Electrical Engineer - Distribution Design

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 147,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health plans

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to specialize in Distribution Design, ideally with experience in utility systems. The role involves leading electrical distribution system designs, developing project packages, and mentoring junior engineers.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, a Professional Engineer license, and at least 8 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $147,000 to $175,000 and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in electric distribution engineering.
• Experience with Investor-Owned Utilities (IOUs) or utility engineering consulting firms.
• Strong understanding of distribution system operations and utility standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
• Develop design packages for distribution lines and system upgrades.
• Perform system calculations including voltage drop and load analysis.

Skills

Leadership capability

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Client-focused mindset

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Position

Electrical Engineer – Distribution Design. Full-time. Location: Any (Florida and Illinois preferred). Licensing: Professional Engineer (PE) Required.

About the Role

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in Distribution System Design to support electric utility and power delivery projects. This senior‑level role is ideal for a Professional Engineer with strong experience in utility distribution systems, including overhead and underground distribution, system upgrades, reliability improvements, and customer‑driven projects. The successful candidate will bring technical depth, leadership capability, and hands‑on experience supporting transmission and distribution (T&D) utilities, municipal power providers, or utility engineering consultants.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems, typically ranging from 4 kV to 35 kV.

• Develop design packages for new distribution lines, system expansions, system hardening and resiliency upgrades, reconductor and voltage conversion projects, service extensions and customer interconnections.

• Prepare construction drawings, material lists, staking sheets, and technical specifications.

• Perform system calculations including voltage drop, short‑circuit analysis, load analysis and feeder balancing.

• Apply utility standards, specifications, and design criteria to distribution projects.

• Coordinate designs with transmission, substation, protection, and civil teams, ensuring compatibility with existing utility systems and operational practices.

• Support integration of distribution automation, voltage regulation equipment, and protective devices (reclosers, sectionalizers, fuses).

• Serve as lead engineer or subject matter expert for distribution design efforts; provide technical guidance and QA/QC reviews for drawings, calculations, and design deliverables.

• Support project managers with scope development, cost estimates, schedule planning, and risk identification.

• Mentor junior engineers and designers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license (required).

• Minimum 8 years of experience in electric distribution engineering.

• Prior experience working with Investor‑Owned Utilities (IOUs), public utilities or cooperatives, utility engineering consulting firms.

• Strong understanding of distribution system operations and utility standards.

• Proven ability to lead engineering tasks and collaborate across disciplines.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with storm hardening, grid modernization, or resiliency programs.

• Familiarity with distribution automation and smart grid technologies.

• Experience coordinating with joint‑use utilities and right‑of‑way stakeholders.

• Experience supporting proposals, cost estimating, and schedule development.

• Experience mentoring junior engineers or serving as a technical lead.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical judgment and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and lead complex tasks.
• Client‑focused and solutions‑oriented mindset.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: $147,000 – $175,000.

Benefits include competitive compensation, performance bonuses, 401(k) with matching contribution, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, comprehensive health & well‑being plans, financial wellness plans, work‑life balance programs.

Equitable Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies unless a signed agreement exists at the inception of the recruiting effort and is authorized for a specified position.