Distribution Engineer II

K&A Engineering; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Flexible PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

K&A Engineering is seeking a Distribution Engineer II to join our Oak Brook, IL office. This role focuses on the design of overhead, underground, and residential distribution systems, ensuring compliance and successful project execution. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in distribution design and familiarity with tools like Maximo and BOUD. Enjoy a supportive culture with ample growth opportunities.

Competitive compensation is offered, with a pay range of $78,000 to $108,000 per year, alongside comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 4+ years of distribution design experience required.
• Demonstrated experience with specific software tools.

Responsibilities

• Designing underground, residential, and overhead distribution systems.
• Performing scope analysis and schedule adherence.
• Handling QA/QC and final reviews, assisting with field work.

Skills

Distribution design experience

Experience with Maximo

Ability to follow standards

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Maximo

BOUD

Pole Foreman

Katapult

Job description

K&A Power Group is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources.

Distribution Engineer II – Oakbrook, IL

This role involves designing underground, residential, and overhead distribution systems; performing scope analysis and schedule adherence; handling QA/QC and final reviews; and assisting with field work as needed.

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an accredited college or university
• 4+ years of distribution design experience
• Previous Duke project experience is required
• Demonstrated ability or experience with Maximo, BOUD, and Pole Foreman
• Katapult experience is a plus
• Ability to follow prescribed standards and procedures

Pay Range $78,000-108,000/year

Why Join K&A?

• People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.
• Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands‑on experience.
• Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.
• Recognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with company match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Parking and Transit Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.