Distribution Engineer

Stanleygroup; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanley Consultants seeks a Distribution Engineer to join our Austin, TX office. The role focuses on electric utility distribution system design, analysis, planning, protection, and consulting, with responsibilities including applying the National Electrical Safety Code for strength and clearance calculations, and performing construction inspections.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in the electrical utility market, a Texas PE or ability to obtain within 6 months, and strong communication and

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in the electrical utility market.
• ABET-accredited Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Texas or able to obtain within 6 months.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, plan, protect, and consult on electric utility distribution systems.
• Apply the National Electrical Safety Code for strength and clearance calculations.
• Perform construction inspections and use distribution system analysis software for steady-state and transient studies.
• Develop long-range and capital construction planning studies and perform protective coordination studies.
• Mentor and lead less experienced distribution engineers and designers.

Skills

Electrical utility experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Leadership mentoring

Project lead responsibilities

Marketing/RFP response

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Distribution analysis software

NESC knowledge

Job description

Job Title

Distribution Engineer

Location

Austin, TX (Remote within Texas acceptable)

Job Type

Hybrid

Requisition ID

11168

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Distribution Engineer to join our Austin, TX office. The position focuses on electric utility distribution system design, analysis, planning, protection, and consulting. Duties include applying the National Electrical Safety Code for strength and clearance calculations, performing construction inspections, and using distribution system analysis software for steady-state and transient studies. The role also involves developing long-range and capital construction planning studies, performing protective coordination studies, and may extend to power quality reviews, reliability, distribution automation, smart grid, and communications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience with increasing responsibility in the electrical utility market.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Texas or can obtain within 6 months.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team setting.
• High motivation for success and willingness to take on increasing responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of distribution construction standards and the National Electric Safety Code.
• Familiarity with USDA Rural Utilities Services design bulletins and lending program requirements.
• Proficiency in the design, construction, and maintenance practices of electrical distribution systems with an eye to constructability.
• Experience reviewing designs completed by other distribution engineers or designers.
• Experience mentoring and leading less experienced distribution designers and engineers.
• Experience assuming project lead responsibilities including meeting production targets, budgets, and project deliverables.
• Experience assisting in marketing business opportunities with key clients and developing responses to RFP/RFQs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanley Consultants is an equal opportunity employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Employees with access to compensation information are prohibited from disclosing pay unless required by law. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)