Distribution Design Engineer II

Verdantas LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

Paid Parental Leave

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Job summary

Verdantas LLC is looking for a Mid-Level Distribution Engineer to join the Energy Services team in Grand Rapids or Petoskey, MI. This hybrid role focuses on the design and project management of electric distribution systems, particularly for medium-voltage applications. Candidates should hold a degree in engineering and have relevant experience in utility projects.

The position offers a salary range of $78,000 to $85,000 and includes various benefits like flexible work, paid parental leave, and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of experience in electric distribution engineering, preferably with a utility, municipality, or consulting firm.
• PE License is a plus, EIT preferred.
• Experience with load calculations and voltage drop analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design electric distribution systems (4kV–35kV).
• Develop construction work packages using GIS, AutoCAD, and client-specific design tools.
• Ensure compliance with utility standards and environmental regulations.

Skills

Electric distribution engineering

Proficiency in AutoCAD

GIS expertise

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of NESC and utility design standards

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

CYME

Milsoft WindMil E&A software

O-Calc

Job description

Verdantas is seeking a Mid‑Level Distribution Engineer to support the Energy Services team in electric utility projects located in Grand Rapids or Petoskey, MI. The role is hybrid and involves design, analysis, and project management of medium‑voltage distribution systems.

What You'll Do:

• Analyze and design electric distribution systems (4kV–35kV), including new line extensions, system upgrades, and reliability improvements
• Map and inventory existing overhead and underground distribution systems in the field
• Develop construction work packages using GIS, AutoCAD, and client‑specific design tools
• Perform load calculations, voltage drop analysis, and protective device coordination
• Prepare engineering deliverables such as unit lists, material lists, construction contracts, and construction specifications
• Coordinate pre‑construction meetings, perform construction and post‑construction inspections in the field
• Ensure compliance with utility standards, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and environmental regulations
• Distribution line design & project management
• Distribution system mapping & modeling
• Distribution system load flow, coordination, & arc‑flash studies
• Municipal electric utility engineering support

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering
• 2–5+ years of experience in electric distribution engineering, preferably with a utility, municipality, or consulting firm
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, CYME or similar distribution modeling tools
• Strong knowledge of NESC, RUS, and utility design standards
• Experience with Milsoft WindMil E&A software is a plus
• Experience with O‑Calc is a plus
• PE License a plus, EIT Preferred
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work nights and weekends as required

Salary Range: $78,000.00 – $85,000.00

Benefits:

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas is an EEO race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet.