Distribution Designer

KDM Engineering; Chesterbrook (PA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with various plans

Dental and Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Pet insurance discounts

401(k) retirement plan with options

Front-loaded PTO for full-time

11 paid holidays annually

Volunteer PTO up to 40 hours

Paid parental leave and sabbatical

Job summary

KDM Engineering is seeking an experienced Distribution Designer to join our Pennsylvania team. You’ll design overhead and underground utility distribution systems for clients, provide technical guidance across project teams, and help deliver safe, reliable engineering solutions.

You’ll collaborate with clients and project engineers, mentor developing staff, and apply utility standards (NESC) to ensure code compliance.

Qualifications

• BS Electrical Engineering degree.
• 4+ years of prior industry experience.
• Proficient in producing quality electrical design drawings with AutoCAD, TED, and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of PPL Electric Utilities standards and distribution design practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently design overhead and underground utility distribution systems following client standards.
• Prepare construction drawings, cost estimates, BOMs, and specifications.
• Conduct field visits to gather data and verify site conditions.
• Coordinate with clients, project engineers, and permitting authorities.
• Apply utility standards (NESC) to ensure code compliance.
• Track project progress using client and internal systems.
• Prepare required reports and maintain project documentation.
• Proficiency in design software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, and GIS systems.
• Knowledge of pole loading and sag analysis tools (PoleForeman, O-Calc, SpidaCalc).

Education

BS Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

TED

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

GIS

Job description

Distribution Designer – Electric Utilities

Chesterbrook, PA | Hybrid | Full-time

KDM Engineering is seeking an experienced Distribution Designer to join our growing team in Pennsylvania. In this role, you’ll take the lead in projects, provide technical guidance across project teams, and help deliver safe, reliable, and constructible engineering solutions for our utility clients. This is an opportunity for an experienced Distribution Designer professional who enjoys both hands‑on technical leadership. You’ll work on challenging projects, collaborate directly with clients, mentor developing engineers, and play an important role in strengthening KDM’s growing transmission capabilities.

What You’ll Do

• Independently design overhead and underground utility distribution systems, following client and industry standards
• Prepare construction drawings, cost estimates, material lists (BOMs), and specifications
• Conduct field visits to gather data, verify site conditions, and obtain landowner permissions as needed
• Coordinate with clients, project engineers, and permitting authorities
• Apply utility standards (e.g., NESC) to ensure code compliance
• Track project progress using client and internal systems
• Prepare required reports and maintain accurate project documentation
• Proficiency in design software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, and GIS systems
• Knowledge of pole loading and sag analysis tools (e.g., PoleForeman, O-Calc, SpidaCalc)

What We’re Looking For

• BS Electrical Engineering degree.
• 4+ years of prior industry experience.
• Proficient in the use of all software needed to produce quality electrical design drawings such as AutoCAD, TED, Microsoft Office programs.
• Knowledge of PPL Electric Utilities standards and distribution design practices is preferred.
• Ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socio‑economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

About KDM

Founded in 2012 by Kimberly D. Moore, KDM Engineering is a certified WBE/MBE professional engineering firm specializing in power utility design, natural gas distribution, telecommunications, and substation engineering. Headquartered in Chicago, KDM also has offices across Maryland, Indiana, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. Our vision is to challenge and change energy infrastructure to help light up the world. We believe technical excellence, innovation, and diverse perspectives make our teams stronger and help us solve complex problems more creatively. KDM also supports the next generation of engineers through Calculated Genius, a nonprofit providing STEM programs and scholarships for underrepresented youth.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Medical insurance with HMO, PPO, and HDHP options, including HSA
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Pet insurance discounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with Traditional and Roth options
• Front‑loaded PTO for full‑time employees
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Volunteer PTO up to 40 hours
• Paid parental leave up to 8 weeks of maternity leave and 4 weeks of parental leave
• Professional sabbatical 3 weeks of paid leave every 5 years

Our Mission

We’re passionate about creating access to reliable, affordable energy and infrastructure and helping build a more connected future for communities around the world. We believe great work starts with great people, and that safety, integrity, diversity, teamwork, accountability, and quality are at the heart of how we work, support one another, and make a difference every day.

Grow With Us

• Career growth opportunities
• Professional development funding
• PE licensure support and exam reimbursement
• Mentorship opportunities
• Project leadership exposure
• And much more!

A Few Things to Know Before You Apply

• A valid driver’s license may be required for some positions or projects.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Employment is subject to successful completion of our required pre‑employment screening, including background and drug screening.

Equal Employment Opportunity

KDM Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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