Design Engineer II (Electric Distrubition)

ENTRUST Solutions Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Retirement program with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking a Design Engineer II to support electric utility distribution projects by designing reliable overhead and underground distribution systems and assisting with major utility upgrades. The role requires collaboration with designers and drafters to develop designs and calculations that meet project specifications.

Responsibilities include leading simple design efforts, utilizing CAD tools, and communicating scope and cost considerations to project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited university.
• 1–2 years of electrical distribution design experience.
• Experience with GIS, pole modeling tools, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Smartsheet.
• Client-facing experience / construction support.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering designs meeting project specs, codes, and standards.
• Collaborate with Designers and Drafters to complete design packages.
• Support simple to moderately complex designs and larger projects.
• Lead discipline-specific design efforts on simple projects.
• Use CAD and engineering analysis software for deliverables.
• Communicate scope, cost, schedule, and quality challenges to leads and PMs.
• Interact with clients and ensure professional communication.
• Perform self-reviews and participate in QC reviews.
• Support fielding activities and related duties.

Skills

GIS

Pole modeling tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Smartsheet

Client facing experience

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

O-Calc

PoleForeman

Katapult

Job description

We're seeking a Design Engineer II to support electric utility distribution projects by designing reliable overhead and underground distribution systems and assisting with major utility upgrades. Experience with GIS, pole modeling, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and related design tools preferred.

Location Requirement

Candidates must be located in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York, Pennsylvania, or Connecticut.

What You’ll Do

• Apply technical expertise to develop engineering designs that meet project specifications, codes, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with Designers and Drafters to complete design packages, calculations, and drawings.
• Support the preparation of simple to moderately complex designs and contribute to larger, more complex projects.
• Lead discipline‑specific design efforts on simple projects and assist with technical analyses on complex work.
• Utilize CAD and engineering analysis software to support project deliverables.
• Communicate scope, cost, schedule, and quality challenges to team leads and project managers.
• Interact with clients on a limited basis and ensure clear, professional communication.
• Conduct self‑reviews and participate in peer and quality control reviews to ensure accuracy.
• Support fielding activities and perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering at ABET accredited university
• 1‑2 years of electrical distribution design experience
• Preferred software knowledge includes GIS, pole modeling tools (O‑Calc, PoleForeman, Katapult), AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Smartsheet.
• Client Facing Experience / construction support.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, retirement program with a company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.
• The specific amount within this range will be influenced by the work location and various factors, such as internal equity, professional skills, work experience, and pertinent education or training. Benefits offered include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and retirement program with company match. Also offered are tuition reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident and hospitalization plans. HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available. These benefits are subject to employee contribution amounts generally set annually. Full‑time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours. May be eligible for discretionary bonus as determined by the company.

Why Join Us?

At ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, we are driven by a commitment to innovation, technical excellence, and delivering the critical infrastructure that powers and connects communities. Together with Leidos, we are building a scaled, end‑to‑end energy and infrastructure organization focused on modernizing the grid, improving reliability, and helping utilities and network providers meet rising demand.

As an ENR top ranked firm, our team of more than 5,000 professionals brings deep technical expertise and advanced technology across electric, gas, and telecommunications infrastructure. We solve complex challenges for clients across North America and expanding markets, helping them strengthen reliability, expand capacity, and adapt to evolving infrastructure needs.

We foster a culture where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are expected, and where people are empowered to challenge convention, think boldly, and make an impact. Whether you are looking to grow your expertise, lead transformative projects, or help shape the future of infrastructure, you will find opportunities to thrive here.

ENTRUST Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this website or directly to managers. ENTRUST does not accept unsolicited headhunter or agency resumes and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with ENTRUST Solutions Group.