Electrical Distribution Project Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising seeks an Electrical Distribution Project Engineer in Tucson, Arizona. The role involves preparing technical deliverables for electric power distribution systems and coordinating construction packages. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in Electrical Engineering and a PE license, alongside strong experience in analysis and client interaction.

Join us in a dynamic environment emphasizing engineering integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical design and distribution systems.
• Strong computer skills including AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Professional Engineer license is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical deliverables for electrical power distribution projects.
• Coordinate construction packages for overhead and underground lines.
• Conduct quality control reviews and manage tasks across projects.

Skills

Electrical distribution system analysis

Lighting design

Client skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Revit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

CYMCAP

ETAP

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Electrical Distribution Project Engineer - (193404)

Responsibilities

• Preparing all technical aspects and deliverables associated with the conceptual and detailed design of overhead and underground electric power distribution systems, distribution system planning, lighting design, grounding and lightning protection.
• Coordinating the preparation of construction packages for overhead and underground distribution lines including plan and profile drawings, structure assemblies and details, stringing charts, staking tables, bills of material, and other applicable details.
• Assigning tasks and providing guidance to junior team members and coordinating quality control reviews for work performed by EITs and/or Designers.
• Identifying and implementing learning opportunities for EITs and/or Designers through such methods as job shadowing, assigning specific project tasks, and general knowledge sharing.
• Performing quality control reviews of projects from other teams as needed.
• Providing engineering input on specific project design issues and questions.
• Conducting engineering analyses to develop design options.
• Assisting with preparation of cost estimates or specifications.
• Attending client stakeholder meetings and leading design reviews with the client.
• Providing input to the development of project labor hours estimates and task schedules.
• Effectively managing multiple tasks for multiple projects while being cognizant of schedule and budget.
• Performing site visits during the design, construction, and as-built phases of projects, including participating in field reviews or construction observation.
• Works independently on:
  • Electrical clearance calculations
  • Lighting photometric calculations
  • Electrical load calculations
  • Short circuit, overcurrent coordination and arc flash studies
• Works with others within the group on technical report writing.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience performing aspects associated with overhead and underground electrical distribution system analysis and design, lighting design, distribution field staking, joint-use field review and design, and knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Experience with electrical and planning analysis/design software i.e. CYMCAP, ETAP, Synergi Electric, Milsoft WindMil, SKM, and Polywater Pull Planner.
• Experience with design tools for pole loading analysis: i.e. PLS-CADD, O-calc, SpidaCalc or Pole Foreman.
• Experience using Cad software packages for Electrical Distribution i.e. PLS-CADD, MicroStation/AutoCAD/ArcGIS.
• Experience performing aspects associated with electrical distribution modeling and planning, distribution coordination, developing construction work plans, developing long range plans, distribution line design and staking, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) knowledge, and low voltage lighting design.
• Strong client skills are preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis.
• Previous experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems).

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license).

• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, Revit, SKM, AGI and Easy Power.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Primary Location

United States - Arizona - Tucson

Industry

Power

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Transmission/Distribution Eng

Job Posting

May 23, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.