Distribution Engineer

Alpha 3 Consulting, LLC; Hamilton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision (75% of premiums)

401(k) (5% company match)

10 Paid Holidays

20 Paid-time-off days

Job summary

Alpha 3 Consulting, LLC is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support electrical utility and private distribution projects. This full-time role operates on a hybrid schedule, typically three days in the office (in Hamilton, NJ) and two days remote, with other locations (PA, DE) possible based on qualifications.

The position emphasizes design for distribution systems, CAD/GIS deliverables, and collaboration with clients, engineers, and vendors on multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in electrical/electronics engineering or a closely related field.
• Master’s degree in electrical power engineering or at least two years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of experience in the design of electric utility distribution systems.
• P.E. license or EIT with near-term ability and intent to obtain a license.
• Knowledge of electric utility distribution systems including familiarity with physical characteristics, access, connection, and support requirements for poles, conductors, pad-mounted and pole-mounted transformers, disconnects, reclosers, and similar equipment.
• Utility distribution project experience, including: familiarity with clearance requirements, knowledge of construction traffic control, knowledge of common network configurations and components, knowledge of NEC and NESC, knowledge of CADD and GIS tools, ability to understand and incorporate comments and feedback, ability to adapt to various client standards and procedures, ability to work on a team and on multiple projects, excellent communication skills to coordinate with clients and interface with engineers and vendors, personal time management skills and ability to adhere to deadlines, attention to detail and pride in work product quality.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge and experience to analyze, evaluate, and create new designs and drawings and revise existing designs and drawings for electrical distribution systems.
• Perform and create field reviews, sketches, CADD, and GIS design.
• Use knowledge of components, arrangements, and standards to complete design packages for aerial and underground electric distribution lines and provide guidance to designers and drafters.

Skills

Electrical engineering

CADD

GIS

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronics engineering

Master’s degree in electrical power engineering

P.E. license or EIT

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS software

Job description

Alpha 3 is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support electrical utility and private distribution projects. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work schedule. Three days per week (typically Tuesday-Thursday) are expected to be in the office and two days per week from home. Preferred office location Hamilton, NJ. Other locations (PA, DE) may be available, depending on the candidate’s qualifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply knowledge and experience to analyze, evaluate, and create new designs and drawings and revise existing designs and drawings for electrical distribution systems.
• Perform and create field reviews, sketches, CADD, and GIS design.
• Use knowledge of components, arrangements, and standards to complete design packages for aerial and underground electric distribution lines and provide guidance to designers and drafters.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree in electrical/electronics engineering or a closely related field
• Master’s degree in electrical power engineering or at least two years of relevant experience
• 2+ years of experience in the design of electric utility distribution systems
• P.E. license or EIT with near-term ability and intent to obtain a license
• Knowledge of electric utility distribution systems including familiarity with physical characteristics, access, connection, and support requirements for poles, conductors, pad-mounted and pole-mounted transformers, disconnects, reclosers, and similar equipment.
• Utility distribution project experience, including:
• Familiarity with clearance requirements
• Knowledge of construction traffic control
• Knowledge of common network configurations and components
• Knowledge of electrical codes including NEC and NESC
• Knowledge of CADD and GIS tools
• Ability to understand and incorporate comments and feedback
• Ability to adapt to various client standards and procedures
• Ability to work on a team and on multiple projects
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate with clients and interface with engineers and vendors
• Personal time management skills and ability to adhere to deadlines
• Attention to detail and pride in work product quality.

Salary will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant.

Available benefits include:

• Health/Dental/Vision (75% of premiums company-paid)
• 401(k) (5% company match)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 20 Paid-time-off days

Alpha 3 is focused on delivering management and technical services to companies that own, operate, or develop infrastructure assets, particularly in the energy industry. We deliver services including: Business Administration, Business Consulting, Commissioning Support, Construction Management, Engineering & Design, Operations Management, Project Controls, Project Management, and Training.

Alpha 3 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.