Distribution Engineer I

K&A Engineering; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)

Flexible PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

K&A Engineering in Oakbrook Terrace, IL is seeking a highly motivated Engineer I to join their team. In this role, you will perform distribution design, create system plans, and conduct pole loading analysis while being part of a dynamic team. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and two or more years of engineering experience, along with knowledge in AutoCAD and engineering principles. Competitive salary range of $70,000 to $110,000 annually is offered, along with valuable benefits including medical, dental, and 401K match.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of professional engineering experience.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex electrical and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of engineering designs, principles, and practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform Overhead and Underground distribution design.
• Create and implement medium and long-term plans for the distribution system.
• Conduct pole loading analysis using relevant standards and tools.

Skills

Detailed Oriented

AutoCAD

Bentley MicroStation

Knowledge in T.E.D, Asset Suite, Cedis, CDOT

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

Tools

Pole Foreman

Asset Suite 8

Job description

K&A Engineering Consulting – is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project management, construction management, and support services to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and EPC services, we excel in solving complex challenges with precision-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on employing top talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and building meaningful relationships with clients and employees.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Engineer I to join our team at K&A Engineering in Oakbrook, IL. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Responsibilities

• Perform Overhead and Underground distribution design for residential and commercial customers on 1 and 3 phase lines
• Create and implement medium and long-term plans for the distribution system, considering load relief, capacity, asset management, and the integration of large-scale distributed energy resources (DER).
• Performing pole loading analysis using Pole Foreman based on the ComEd C-Standards and Design in TED GIS based on the job scope.
• Ordering Bill of Materials in Asset Suite 8 (AS8).
• Generating Joint Work Agreement (JWA) and creating Real Estate Engagement Form (REEF) based on the job scope.
• Participates in department planning, field/site walkdowns, and attend meetings/conference calls, when required.
• Performs assignments while acting independently and manage multi-projects at the same time.
• Provide engineer judgments based on copious research and study of applicable design and construction standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
• Detailed Oriented
• Knowledge in the following software’s T.E.D, Asset Suite, Cedis, CDOT
• Knowledge of engineering designs, principles, and practices
• Two or more years of professional engineering experience
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex electrical and mechanical systems.
• Provide input for engineering workflow and Quality Assurance & Quality Check (QA/QC) process when required.
• Experience using AutoCAD and/or Bentley MicroStation
• Knowledge and ability to apply problem solving approaches and engineering theory.
• Detailed knowledge of applicable Design and Construction standards, codes methods, and practices unique to areas of expertise.
• Ability to apply advanced engineering principles to identify and resolve complex issues.

Pay Range

$70,000-110,000/year

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)