Electrical Estimator

Asplundh Engineering Services, LLC; Cody (WY); Hybrid; USD 1,600 - 2,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement savings plan

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) seeks an Electrical Estimator to support electric utility infrastructure projects. You will develop distribution designs, project estimates, and construction packages for new installations, upgrades, and reliability improvements.

Collaborating with utility clients, managers, engineers, field personnel, and customers, you will convert requirements into cost-effective, construction-ready solutions while ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in electrical utility design, construction estimating, or related infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and utility design standards.
• Experience with project estimates, cost analyses, engineering documentation, and construction packages.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical distribution designs and construction packages aligned with NESC and client specs.
• Develop estimates, cost analyses, and project documentation for services, upgrades, and interconnections.
• Analyze requirements using utility modeling and design tools to deliver safe, reliable solutions.
• Perform field reviews to gather data and validate design requirements for estimates.
• Prepare construction-ready drawings, equipment specs, and contract documentation.
• Collaborate with utility customers, engineers, managers, contractors, and owners to ensure project success.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Associate's degree

Tools

SPIDAcalc

O-Calc

CYME

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

Salary Range: USD $35.00 - USD $45.00 (Weekly)

Build the infrastructure that powers communities and drives the future of energy. Join a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry experts delivering solutions that keep the grid safe, reliable, and resilient.

About Asplundh Engineering Services (AES)

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.

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.

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

Role Overview

As an Electrical Estimator, you will support electric utility infrastructure projects by developing distribution and power system designs, project estimates, construction packages, and technical documentation for new customer installations, system upgrades, facility replacements, and reliability improvement projects. Working closely with utility clients, project managers, engineers, field personnel, and customers, you will help transform project requirements into cost-effective and construction-ready solutions.

This role is ideal for a technically minded professional who enjoys problem-solving, collaborating with stakeholders, and contributing to projects that improve the safety, reliability, and performance of utility systems.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Prepare electrical distribution designs and construction packages in accordance with NESC requirements, utility standards, and customer specifications.
• Develop estimates, cost analyses, and project documentation for new customer services, system upgrades, overhead and underground facility replacements, subdivision developments, and renewable energy interconnections.
• Analyze engineering and construction requirements using utility modeling, estimating, and design tools to develop safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.
• Perform field reviews and site assessments to gather project information, validate design requirements, and support estimate development.
• Prepare construction-ready drawings, equipment specifications, easement documentation, contracts, and work orders.
• Collaborate with utility customers, engineers, project managers, municipal agencies, contractors, and property owners to ensure project success.
• Review designs and estimates to verify compliance with engineering standards, safety requirements, budget expectations, and client objectives.

What You Will Bring

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in electrical utility design, construction estimating, distribution engineering, or related infrastructure projects.
• Working knowledge of electric distribution systems and utility construction practices.
• Familiarity with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) requirements and utility design standards.
• Experience preparing project estimates, cost analyses, engineering documentation, and construction packages.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience using utility engineering and design software such as SPIDAcalc, O-Calc, CYME, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS-based drafting platforms, or utility mapping systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Business, or a related field.
• Experience supporting electric cooperatives, investor-owned utilities, municipalities, or engineering consulting firms.
• Knowledge of overhead and underground distribution construction practices.
• Experience with renewable energy interconnections, subdivision development projects, or customer-driven utility service projects.
• Work Model: Hybrid, office-based, field-based, or remote arrangements may be available depending on client and project requirements.
• Preferred Schedule: Full-time.
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel to client sites, project locations, field reviews, and utility facilities.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work in both office and field environments. Field visits may require walking uneven terrain, inspecting utility infrastructure, and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Why Work Here?

The work we perform at Asplundh is the collective effort of unique individuals. They are people with grit and heart who show up with a diversity of skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. It’s a place where individual and cultural differences are respected and valued. It’s a place where we are stronger together. Where collaboration and teamwork thrive. Where our authentic selves can flourish. The common thread for field workers and office professionals alike is that we truly care about the environment, each other, and the communities we serve.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Support projects that improve the reliability and resiliency of electric utility infrastructure.
• Work alongside experienced engineers, designers, and utility professionals.
• Expand your expertise in utility design, cost estimating, and project development.
• Contribute to utility modernization and renewable energy initiatives.
• Build a rewarding career with a growing organization backed by the strength and stability of the Asplundh family of companies.

Compensation for this position will be based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and market conditions.

We offer a competitive total rewards package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on day one
• Retirement savings plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Supplemental life insurance options
• Long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee discount programs and additional employee resources

Benefits are available to eligible employees and subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Important Information for Applicants

• Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States for any employer at the date of hire. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which may include background screening, drug testing, motor vehicle record review, and employment eligibility verification.
• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope, and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and wellness benefits, fringe benefits, and paid time available to employees on their first day of employment.
• Unsolicited resumes submitted without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.