Distribution Engineer I - System Improvement

Omaha Public Power District; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Public Power District is seeking a Distribution Engineer - System Improvement I to support the safe, reliable operation of the electric distribution system. You will design basic system improvements, learn construction standards, and assist in expanding the system with pole placements, conductor upgrades, new circuits, and early undergrounding efforts.

This role offers growth under senior engineers, travel across service territory, and the chance to contribute to affordable, reliable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Foundational understanding of electrical power systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical distribution drawings and maps.
• Ability to follow established processes and collaborate with senior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop foundational distribution system designs for expansions, modifications, and capacity improvements; including pole placement, conductor upgrades, and basic switchgear additions.
• Evaluate external project impacts by reviewing plans submitted by contractors, municipalities, or third parties and recommending adjustments to protect district facilities.
• Apply OPPD construction standards and work management processes while developing work orders, drawings, and documentation.
• Assist in identifying where system improvements are needed and support early design discussions regarding circuit redesign and undergrounding opportunities.
• Support project execution by preparing calculations, technical documentation, and material lists under the guidance of senior engineers.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline

Job description

What This Role Delivers

As a Distribution Engineer - System Improvement I at OPPD, you will contribute to the safe and reliable operation of the electric distribution system by supporting foundational engineering tasks that enhance system capacity, reliability, and performance. This role helps deliver OPPD's mission of providing affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy. You will design basic system improvements, learn construction standards, and assist in expanding the system through design work such as pole placement, overhead wire replacement, adding new circuits, and early-stage undergrounding efforts.

Opportunity Profile

What This Role Delivers

As a Distribution Engineer - System Improvement I at OPPD, you will contribute to the safe and reliable operation of the electric distribution system by supporting foundational engineering tasks that enhance system capacity, reliability, and performance. This role helps deliver OPPD's mission of providing affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy. You will design basic system improvements, learn construction standards, and assist in expanding the system through design work such as pole placement, overhead wire replacement, adding new circuits, and early-stage undergrounding efforts.

What You'll Do

• Develop foundational distribution system designs for expansions, modifications, and capacity improvements; including pole placement, conductor upgrades, and basic switchgear additions.
• Evaluate external project impacts by reviewing plans submitted by contractors, municipalities, or third parties and recommending adjustments to protect district facilities.
• Apply OPPD construction standards and work management processes while developing work orders, drawings, and documentation.
• Assist in identifying where system improvements are needed and support early design discussions regarding circuit redesign and undergrounding opportunities.
• Support project execution by preparing calculations, technical documentation, and material lists under the guidance of senior engineers.

What You Will Bring

• Demonstrated ability to successfully complete essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

What Will Help You Stand Out

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• Foundational understanding of electrical power systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical distribution drawings and maps
• Ability to follow established processes and collaborate with senior engineers

Work Location

• Office: Work will be performed in a modern office environment amid normal conditions of dust, odors, fumes, and noises.
• Field: Work will be performed outside in a wide variety of weather conditions (snow, rain, heat, cold, wind, etc.), terrain, and other natural environmental hazards as well as pollen and other airborne allergens.
• Travel: Must be able to travel throughout the service territory and report to various locations in a timely manner as needed.

Work Environment

• Work will be performed in high traffic environments.
• Will work around energized high voltage electrical equipment.
• Will work in construction areas that present many physical hazards.
• Will work at heights.

Strength Factor

Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Salary/Wage Info

Grade: S3
Minimum: $81,905
Midpoint: $102,381

Our Culture & Mission

At Omaha Public Power District, everything starts with people - our teams, our communities, and the customer owners who count on us. As the 12 th largest public power utility in the U.S., we serve more than 900,000 people across 13 counties, and we take that responsibility seriously.

We lead with integrity, support one another, and do what's right, because how we serve matters just as much as what we deliver. Our goal is simple: provide affordable, reliable, and environmentally responsible energy today and for generations to come.

We create power with purpose. Your work here has real impact; on families, on the environment, and on the future of energy. And we believe great ideas can come from anywhere.

If you want to be part of a team that takes care of the community and the people who serve it, you're in the right place. We back up our mission by taking care of our employees, too; which is why our benefits are among the most comprehensive and competitive in the region.

EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability

If you would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with OPPD, please email OPPD Talent Acquisition at [e-mail] .