Distribution Reliability Engineer

Asplundh Engineering Services; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Competitive range of benefits

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Atlanta GA seeks a Mid-Level Distribution Engineer to support safe electrical infrastructure. This role involves designing upgrades, evaluating system performance, and collaborating with utility clients. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience in distribution design, alongside proficiency with system analysis tools like CYME. Strong communication skills are essential. The position offers remote flexibility with local availability in Georgia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; BS EE + 4+ years experience or MS + 2+ years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in distribution design and distribution reliability.
• Proficiency with system analysis tools including CYME Distribution and CYMTCC.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to work directly with clients and internal project teams.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate electrical distribution systems and apply engineering design standards.
• Prepare engineering drawings, detailed project estimates, and construction-ready documentation.
• Utilize utility construction standards to update distribution infrastructure.
• Coordinate project details and work orders with utility personnel.
• Coordinate project details with utility personnel to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Review engineering drawings for technical accuracy, safety, and reliability.
• Contribute to reliability improvements through modeling, device coordination, and protective scheme evaluation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Distribution design

Distribution reliability

System analysis tools

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

MS in Engineering

Tools

CYME Distribution

CYMTCC

Job description

Description

Design the Systems That Keep Communities Connected. At Asplundh Engineering Services, you’ll help power the infrastructure millions depend on every day. Join a team backed by over a century of innovation, and a culture that values safety, growth, and real impact. Here, your engineering expertise strengthens communities—and your career can grow as far as you want to take it.

We’re looking for a Distribution Engineer in the Atlanta GA area—are you ready to explore your career with us? As a Mid‑Level Distribution Engineer with Asplundh Engineering Services (AES), you will support safe, reliable electrical infrastructure by designing upgrades, evaluating system performance, and partnering closely with utility clients across Georgia. You’ll leverage best‑in‑industry tools, remote flexibility, and hands‑on collaboration to deliver high‑quality distribution engineering solutions. This role combines engineering expertise, customer interaction, and project ownership—offering exceptional growth within an industry leader backed by 100+ years of innovation.

What You’ll Need To Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; BS EE + 4+ years experience or MS + 2+ years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in distribution design and distribution reliability.
• Proficiency with system analysis tools including CYME Distribution, CYMTCC, and device coordination.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to work directly with clients and internal project teams.
• Ability to work remotely while maintaining local availability within Georgia (preferably Atlanta area) for field meetings and on‑site coordination.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Evaluate electrical distribution systems and apply engineering design standards to develop upgrade or replacement designs in compliance with utility requirements.
• Prepare engineering drawings, detailed project estimates, and construction‑ready documentation.
• Utilize NESC clearance requirements, utility construction standards, and pole‑framing guidelines to update distribution infrastructure.
• Regularly work in client proprietary software to complete all components of the distribution design workflow.
• Coordinate project details and work orders with utility personnel, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Review and validate engineering drawings to ensure technical accuracy, safety, and reliability.
• Contribute to reliability improvement efforts through system modeling, device coordination, and protective scheme evaluation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Pre‑Screen

Upon offer, candidates may be required to pass a drug screen, background check, and/or MVR check.

License

Valid driver’s license required.

About Us

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) brings over 100 years of expertise to deliver top‑notch engineering, design, planning, and testing services for transmission, distribution, substation, and renewable infrastructure markets across the U.S.

An Asplundh Company

As part of the Asplundh family, AES benefits from extensive resources and a century of experience. Together, we provide utilities with comprehensive end‑to‑end services, from design to construction, testing, and maintenance, ensuring reliability and peace of mind.

Our Commitment

At AES, we believe in tackling challenges together with our customers, leveraging our collective experience and resources to achieve success in every project.

Benefits

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well‑being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1‑833‑222‑3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e‑Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please Note

• All job offers are subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a background check.
• Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Notice to Agencies

We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.