Distribution Engineering Designer I

KCI; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Family-friendly benefits

Collaborative working environment

Training and mentoring resources

Job summary

An employee-owned engineering firm in Tampa, Florida, seeks a Distribution Engineer Designer I. This entry-level position involves designing electrical distribution systems and supporting storm restoration efforts. The role provides foundational experience with responsibilities including producing design drawings, field data collection, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates must have an ABET-accredited engineering degree and a valid driver's license. This role requires collaboration with clients and field teams, offering a mix of office and significant fieldwork opportunities.

Qualifications

• Four-year ABET-accredited Engineering degree required.
• FE/EIT preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check necessary.

Responsibilities

• Produce electric distribution design drawings and BOM for simple projects.
• Perform field data collection accurately.
• Become familiar with technical analysis standards.
• Generate permitting and supporting documentation as needed.
• Understand distribution system hazards and safety protocols.
• Attend scheduled safety meetings and training.

Skills

CAD Experience

Power Distribution Experience

Pole Analysis Software

WMS experience (e.g., Maximo)

Understanding of Electrical Components

Circuit knowledge of electrical components

Advanced distribution techniques

Conduit systems

Advancing knowledge of reliability schemes

Field and workzone safety

Education

Four-year ABET-accredited Engineering degree

FE/EIT preferred

Valid Driver’s License required

Job description

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

Company

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee‑owned engineering, consulting, and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting‑edge technologies, management practices, and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News‑Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, family‑friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

EEO Statement

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Job Summary

The Distribution Engineer Designer I (DED I) position is the first level of the DED career track where progression is based on time in grade and performance. This career track is tasked with providing designs for electrical distribution systems including but not limited to overhead and underground circuits for joint use, lighting, and commercial, industrial and residential development. The track is responsible for using technical engineering calculations and analysis incorporating accurate field data collection to complete design work. Those in this DED I role will assist with storm restoration when requested at an appropriate level for their experience. The DED I role involves creating simple design projects and providing support to others with more complex projects with some independence. The DED I will have interactions with clients/customers and construction crews to progress their projects. The role provides foundational experience in electrical distribution system design.

This position primarily involves working in an office environment. There is an expectation of significant field work, which may include exposure to inclement weather conditions such as extreme heat/cold, high humidity, rain, snow, and icy conditions. Field exposure to insects, animals and vegetation may pose a threat.

Key Technical Skills Required

• CAD Experience
• Power Distribution Experience
• Pole Analysis Software
• WMS experience (e.g., Maximo)
• Understanding of Electrical Components
• Circuit knowledge of electrical components
• Advanced distribution techniques (switchgear, cap bank)
• Conduit systems
• Advancing knowledge of reliability schemes
• Field and workzone safety

Key Responsibilities

• Producing electric distribution design drawings and Bill Of Material (BOM) necessary for the construction of simple projects.
• Performing field data collection using standard tools and processes and performing necessary project‑specific inspections accurately and efficiently.
• Becoming familiar with technical analysis which can include cable pulling calculations, cable voltage drop calculations, transformer loading calculations, and pole loading analysis calculations.
• Gaining familiarity with client construction standards, construction and workflow processes, and customer charging guidelines, as required.
• Generating permitting and other project supporting documentation as needed.
• Understanding the hazards and dangers of the distribution system and how to navigate their role to prevent dangerous situations and mitigating hazards during the office and field portion of their role.
• Actively looking out for others’ safety in all aspects of this work.
• Attending and engaging in scheduled safety meetings and adhering to driving and site hazard identification, mitigation and reporting training.
• Incumbents will have the ability to work on a storm response local or travel team as a Driver and Assessor Learner.

This role will work under close supervision for mentorship, guidance and training.

Qualifications

• Four‑year ABET‑accredited Engineering degree.
• FE/EIT preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Pre‑employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.