Distribution Design Engineer II

Electric Power Engineers, LLC; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Employee Ownership Program

401K with 4% match

Flexible work options

Job summary

Electric Power Engineers, LLC (EPE) is seeking an experienced Distribution Design Engineer with ComEd distribution design experience to support electric utility projects remotely with periodic travel to client sites in Illinois and surrounding areas. You will design overhead and underground distribution systems, prepare design packages, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 2 years of distribution design

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent utility experience).
• 2+ years of electric distribution design experience.
• Direct ComEd distribution design experience (required).
• Strong knowledge of overhead and underground distribution systems (4 kV - 34.5 kV) and utility construction standards.
• Proficiency with industry design software and drafting tools.
• Ability to interpret utility standards, maps, and field data.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design overhead and underground electric distribution systems per ComEd standards.
• Prepare and review distribution design packages (construction drawings, Permitting/CAD).
• Utilize ComEd-approved tools and systems (T.E.D./CEIGIS, Pole Foreman, IKE, Asset Suite 8, JWA, MicroStation/AutoCAD).
• Perform field reviews, site walks, and design validation.
• Coordinate with ComEd engineers, municipal agencies, and property owners.
• Ensure compliance with NESC, OSHA, and ComEd safety standards.
• Support permitting, easements, and right‑of‑way requirements.
• Respond to design comments and revise plans; meet project schedules and budgets.
• Availability Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm.

Skills

Overhead/underground distribution

Design software & drafting

Communication & documentation

Interpret utility standards/maps/data

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

T.E.D./CEIGIS

Pole Foreman

IKE

Asset Suite 8

JWA

MicroStation/AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

We are designing the Grid of the future! We are seeking an experienced Distribution Design Engineer with Commonwealth Edison (ComEd) distribution design experience to support electric utility projects across northern Illinois. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience designing overhead and underground distribution systems in compliance with ComEd standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

This role involves collaborating with internal engineering teams, utility clients, and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality distribution designs for new construction, system upgrades, and reliability improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Design overhead and underground electric distribution systems in accordance with ComEd standards and specifications
• Prepare and review distribution design packages, including:
  • Construction drawings
  • Pole Foreman
  • Permitting/CAD Drawings
  • Asset Suite 8
• Utilize ComEd-approved tools and systems T.E.D./CEIGIS, Pole Foreman, IKE, Asset Suite 8, JWA, MicroStation/AutoCAD.
• Perform field reviews, site walks, and design validation as required
• Coordinate with ComEd engineers, municipal agencies, and property owners
• Ensure compliance with NESC, OSHA, and ComEd safety standards
• Support permitting, easements, and right‑of‑way requirements
• Respond to design comments and revise plans as needed
• Meet project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations
• Availability Monday - Friday normal business hours 8am - 4pm

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent utility experience)
• 2+ years of electric distribution design experience
• Direct ComEd distribution design experience (required)
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Overhead and underground distribution systems (4 kV - 34.5 kV)
  • Utility construction standards and materials
• Proficiency with industry design software and drafting tools
• Ability to interpret utility standards, maps, and field data
• Excellent communication and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with joint‑use, relocations, fiber make ready, DA, and New service design
• Familiarity with ComEd processes and construction standards
• Prior experience working with ComEd or utility consulting firms on ComEd designs

How We Support You

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Employee Ownership Program
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.

Location

This position is open to Remote with travel to client site as needed

Travel

Occasional travel may be needed (10 % or less)

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster

Third-Party Recruiting Notification

EPE does not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters. Any unsolicited third‑party resumes forwarded by recruiters to EPE via our career page or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency. EPE will not pay a fee to a third‑party recruiter or agency without a previously signed third‑party agreement and has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Talent Acquisition team.