Distribution Engineering Designer II

KCI Technologies, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm in Tampa, Florida, is seeking a Distribution Engineering Designer II to develop designs for electrical distribution systems. The position involves producing design drawings, conducting field data collection, and generating necessary project documentation. Candidates should have an ABET-accredited Engineering degree and two years of relevant experience. This full-time role promotes safety and collaboration in construction processes, while offering a dynamic work environment and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Four years of relevant experience after obtaining an Engineering degree.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment.

Responsibilities

• Producing electric distribution design drawings for construction.
• Performing field data collection and project-specific inspections.
• Generating permitting and project supporting documentation.

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 (switchgear, cap bank)

Conduit systems

Advancing knowledge of reliability schemes

Field and workzone safety

Education

Four-year ABET-accredited Engineering degree

Passing the Fundamentals Exam (FE)

Job description

Overview

Distribution Engineering Designer II (DED II) is the second level of the DED career track where progression is based on time in grade and performance. This role is tasked with developing 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 DED II uses technical skills and field data collection to complete design work. This role may assist with storm restoration when requested. The DED II often interacts with clients/customers and construction crews to progress projects.

Responsibilities

• Producing electric distribution design drawings and Bill Of Material (BOM) necessary for the construction of moderate complexity projects.
• Performing field data collection using standard tools, methods and processes and performing necessary project-specific inspections accurately and efficiently.
• Becoming familiar with defined technical skills 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 mitigate 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 an Assessor and Team Lead Learner.

Key Technical 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 (switchgear, cap bank)
• Conduit systems
• Advancing knowledge of reliability schemes
• Field and workzone safety

Qualifications

• Four-year ABET-accredited Engineering degree and two years of relevant experience. Passing the Fundamentals Exam (FE) can count as six months of relevant experience.
• FE is desired.
• 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.
• Equal opportunity employer 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.

Additional Information

Location: US-FL-Tampa • ID: 2026-7730 • Category: Design • Type: Full-Time Regular - 40 hours • Posted Date: 3 hours ago (4/17/2026 10:48 AM)