Distribution Engineer: Grid Design & Reliability

Ameren; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage on hire

Pension plan

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Ameren Illinois is seeking an Engineer to perform system planning and circuit analysis of distribution circuits 69kV and below. Responsibilities include project planning, design, cost estimates, and construction oversight with emphasis on safety and reliability.

You will provide technical support to field engineers, conduct power-quality analyses, and meet with customers to address service needs and code interpretations. This role involves PERMITING and post-construction follow-up.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; electrical preferred.
• Power-related coursework and professional registration preferred.
• Experience in engineering and project management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, estimate costs and manage projects for electric grid work and new business initiatives.
• Provide engineering support and power-quality analysis for field engineers and customers.
• Meet with customers and partners to discuss rates, NEC/NESC interpretations, and service needs.
• Design extensions or modifications, secure permits, and conduct post-construction follow-up.
• Prepare load analyses for substations and feeders; develop remediation plans.
• Operate across multiple company systems (Maximo, MV90, EADMS, CSS, Synergy, Load Analysis, OAS, Byers).
• Collaborate with Region team to improve safety, reliability and cost effectiveness.
• Support solar projects and perform witness tests; respond to storm events as needed.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Electrical engineering

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical preferred)

Power-related courses in college

E.I.T. or P.E. certification/registration preferred

Tools

Maximo

MV90

EADMS

CSS

Synergy

Load Analysis

OAS

Byers

Job description

Ameren Illinois is seeking an Engineer to perform system planning and circuit analysis of distribution circuits 69kV and below. Responsibilities include project planning, design, cost estimates, and construction oversight with emphasis on safety and reliability.

You will provide technical support to field engineers, conduct power-quality analyses, and meet with customers to address service needs and code interpretations. This role involves PERMITING and post-construction follow-up.