Distribution Engineer

Coalesce Management Consulting; Virginia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Coalesce Management Consulting is seeking a Distribution Engineer to support planning, design, and reliability of electric distribution systems. You will evaluate performance, develop engineering solutions, and support capital projects for grid modernization and reliability initiatives.

The role requires experience in utility environments, strong knowledge of distribution system design, load flow analysis, and system protection, with collaboration across planning, operations, and project teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electric distribution engineering.
• Strong understanding of distribution system design principles (overhead and underground).
• Experience performing load flow, voltage analysis, and reliability evaluation.
• Proficient with distribution modeling tools such as CYME, Synergi, WindMil.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings, packages, and field data.
• Familiarity with utility standards and safety/regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analysis and design for electric distribution systems (overhead/underground).
• Support planning, reliability initiatives, and capacity improvements.
• Develop designs, construction packages, and documentation for upgrades.
• Conduct load, voltage, and system studies for planning and operations.
• Review drawings, models, and field data for accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with planning, operations, construction, and project management.
• Support storm response and system restoration analysis when required.
• Contribute to grid modernization and DER integration initiatives.

Skills

Distribution engineering

Load flow analysis

Voltage analysis

System reliability evaluation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Tools

CYME

Synergi

WindMil

Job description

We are seeking a Distribution Engineer to support the planning, design, and reliability of electric distribution systems. This role focuses on evaluating distribution network performance, developing engineering solutions for system improvements, and supporting capital projects related to grid modernization, system expansion, and reliability initiatives. The ideal candidate has experience working within a utility environment and a strong understanding of distribution system design, power flow analysis, and utility standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analysis and design for electric distribution systems, including overhead and underground circuits, feeders, and associated infrastructure.
• Support distribution planning and reliability initiatives, evaluating system performance and identifying improvements to capacity, safety, and resilience.
• Develop engineering designs, construction packages, and technical documentation for distribution upgrades, relocations, and new service installations.
• Conduct load analysis, voltage drop analysis, and system studies to support network planning and operational decisions.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, system models, and field data to ensure accuracy and compliance with utility standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including planning, operations, construction, and project management to support distribution system projects.
• Support storm response and reliability efforts, assisting with system restoration analysis and post-event assessments when required.
• Contribute to grid modernization initiatives, including DER integration, system automation, and distribution system upgrades.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electric distribution engineering, preferably within a utility or utility consulting environment.
• Strong understanding of distribution system design principles, including overhead and underground systems, protective devices, and system protection.
• Experience performing distribution system analysis, including load flow, voltage analysis, and system reliability evaluation.
• Proficiency with distribution engineering and modeling tools such as CYME, Synergi, WindMil, or similar software.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings, construction packages, and field data related to distribution infrastructure.
• Familiarity with utility standards, safety requirements, and regulatory considerations related to distribution systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across engineering and operations teams.