Electrical Distribution Design Engineer – Grid Modernization

Coalesce Management Consulting

Town of Florida (NY)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 135,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Coalesce Management Consulting is seeking an experienced Distribution Engineer to support design and execution of electric utility distribution projects, focusing on overhead and underground systems, upgrades, and grid modernization. You will collaborate with Construction, Field Operations, Planning, GIS, Permitting, and PM teams to deliver scope from design through construction and closeout.

The ideal candidate has distribution design experience, comfort with field verification, and knowledge

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
Experience designing electric utility distribution systems.
Strong understanding of overhead and underground distribution design.
Preferred PE license, but not required.

Responsibilities

Design overhead and underground electrical distribution systems from 4kV to 35kV.
Prepare construction packages, work orders, engineering drawings, and equipment specifications.
Design feeders, service extensions, transformer installations, and system improvements.
Perform calculations: voltage drop, conductor sizing, equipment loading, fault current.
Review load requests and determine infrastructure needs for various customers.
Coordinate with multiple teams through project execution.
Conduct field visits to verify conditions and support construction.
Review submittals, field changes, and as-built documentation.
Support storm restoration, reliability improvement, and grid modernization.
Ensure designs comply with NESC, NEC, IEEE, standards, and local regs.
Support project commissioning, energization, and closeout activities.