Distribution Engineer III — Lead Projects & QA/QC

Qualus; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement plans with matching

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Qualus is seeking an Engineer III in the Distribution Department to provide technical leadership for electric utility distribution projects, including system expansion and infrastructure improvement. You will develop and review designs using WMS, Pole Foreman, Design Manager/Electric Office, and AutoCAD, ensuring compliance with utility standards and regulatory requirements.

The role includes QA/QC reviews, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with clients and project teams to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or related) from an ABET-accredited program.
• 5–8 years of experience in electric utility distribution engineering and design.
• Experience designing overhead and underground distribution systems.
• Knowledge of utility distribution standards, NESC requirements, and utility practices.
• Proficiency with design software including Pole Foreman, Design Manager/Electric Office, WMS, AutoCAD.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience coordinating design packages and construction work orders.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and engineering expertise for overhead and underground electrical distribution system projects.
• Apply client standards, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements to the design and execution of distribution projects.
• Support project execution by managing assignments, monitoring performance, resolving technical issues, and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Develop and oversee engineering design packages using client-specific software and design tools, including Distribution Design Studio, Pole Foreman, Design Manager, WMS, and AutoCAD.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of engineering and design deliverables to ensure technical accuracy, quality, consistency, and compliance with project requirements.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers through training, design reviews, and knowledge sharing.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to support successful project delivery.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes, design standards, team performance, and technical capabilities.
• Maintain productivity and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving work environment.

Job description

Qualus is seeking an Engineer III in the Distribution Department to provide technical leadership for electric utility distribution projects, including system expansion and infrastructure improvement. You will develop and review designs using WMS, Pole Foreman, Design Manager/Electric Office, and AutoCAD, ensuring compliance with utility standards and regulatory requirements.

The role includes QA/QC reviews, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with clients and project teams to deliver