Electrical Engineer: Utility Design & Field Projects

Knoxville-Utilities-Board; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) in Knoxville, TN, seeks an Engineer to prepare detailed estimates, designs, and construction documents for electric distribution and fiber networks using MicroStation and AutoCAD. Develop reliable, cost-effective solutions while complying with codes and KUB practices.

You will coordinate with internal teams and external agencies on scope, schedules, budgets, permitting, and documentation; perform field engineering and design modifications as needed to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 1–3 years of demonstrated experience in a related field.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to obtain Professional Engineer license in Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed engineering estimates, calculations, designs, specifications, and construction documents for electric distribution and fiber systems.
• Perform field engineering, inspections, and design modifications to ensure quality and constructability.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external agencies on scope, schedules, budgets, and permitting.
• Support long-range capital planning and storm response activities as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Written & verbal communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microstation

AutoCAD

Cyme

ArcGIS/ArcMap

Job description

Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) in Knoxville, TN, seeks an Engineer to prepare detailed estimates, designs, and construction documents for electric distribution and fiber networks using MicroStation and AutoCAD. Develop reliable, cost-effective solutions while complying with codes and KUB practices.

You will coordinate with internal teams and external agencies on scope, schedules, budgets, permitting, and documentation; perform field engineering and design modifications as needed to ensure