Engineer II – Electrical Distribution Design

Asplundh Engineering Services; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm in Charlotte, North Carolina, seeks an experienced Engineer II to support electrical distribution design projects. Responsibilities include gathering data, producing designs, and coordinating with local agencies. Ideal candidates should have an ABET-accredited degree in Engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and proficiency in CAD software are preferred. This position offers opportunities for career advancement and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of applicable engineering experience.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Independently gather and interpret field and technical data.
• Produce turnkey electrical distribution designs aligned with customer standards.
• Coordinate permitting requirements with local agencies.

Skills

Strong communication and technical writing skills

Ability to interpret utility standards in design work

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering

EIT or Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Description

Advance Your Engineering Career—Deliver High‑Quality Designs That Keep the Grid Strong. At Asplundh Engineering Services, you’ll expand your technical capabilities while working on impactful electrical distribution projects. Enjoy increasing autonomy, meaningful project work, and opportunities for long‑term advancement.

As an Engineer II, you will independently support distribution design projects from field data gathering through development of construction‑ready job plans. You will apply your engineering experience to deliver safe, accurate, cost‑effective designs and serve as a key contributor to customer‑driven initiatives.

What You’ll Need To Be Successful

• ABET‑accredited degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering
• EIT or Professional Engineer (PE) license a plus
• Minimum 3+ years of applicable engineering experience
• Ability to interpret and apply utility standards in design work
• Strong communication and technical writing skills
• CAD experience (AutoCAD or MicroStation) preferred but not required
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

How You Will Make An Impact

• Independently gather and interpret field and technical data
• Produce turnkey electrical distribution designs aligned with customer standards
• Coordinate permitting requirements with local agencies
• Communicate with construction teams to support installation and resolve design questions
• Conduct field verification as needed
• Collaborate with peers on customer‑driven projects
• Manage schedules to avoid construction delays
• Assist in mentoring early‑career team members
• Other duties as assigned

FIELD WORK DISCLAIMER

Applicants must be comfortable performing field work as needed. Safety protocols—including PPE, hard hats, eye/ear protection, and proper footwear—are strictly enforced. Fieldwork may require walking, standing, and carrying equipment for extended periods.

CAREER GROWTH

Engineers at Level II often progress to Engineer III, Senior Engineer, Project Engineering, or Technical Lead roles.

About Us

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.

An Asplundh Company

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.

Our Commitment

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

Benefits

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well‑being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

Individuals with a disability

who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e‑Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please Note

• All job offers are subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a background check.
• Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.