Remote Utility Distribution Design Engineer

Orbital Engineering, Inc.; Williamsport (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Life and AD&D insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Engineer near the Hagerstown/Williamsport, MD area for a REMOTE WORK role on our Utility Services team to support local projects.

The role focuses on pole attachments, distribution design, and make-ready work within an in-office setting with potential field duties. You will prepare construction packages, assist with 2.4kV–34kV designs, create drawings, estimate project costs, and ensure QA/QC per client and NESC guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably electrical) from ABET-accredited program.
• Experience or knowledge of electric utility distribution concepts and standards.
• EIT or FE exam completed or in progress (preferred).
• PE license (state) preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to prioritize multiple projects and communicate status clearly.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and distribution design software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare distribution voltage construction packages for overhead and underground projects.
• Assist with distribution line design for 2.4kV–34kV.
• Create/modify drawings and as-built documents with Designers/Engineers.
• Assist in proposals, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Provide technical support to customers and assist business development.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews and ensure adherence to standards.
• Analyze field data and update software for design implementation.
• Travel as needed for field work and client meetings.

Skills

Electrical distribution knowledge

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Engineering

EIT/FE exam or intent

Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Spida Calc

O-Calc

Pole Foreman

Katapult

GIS

Spans/NJUNS/IkeGPS

Job description

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Engineer near the Hagerstown/Williamsport, MD area for a REMOTE WORK role on our Utility Services team to support local projects.

The role focuses on pole attachments, distribution design, and make-ready work within an in-office setting with potential field duties. You will prepare construction packages, assist with 2.4kV–34kV designs, create drawings, estimate project costs, and ensure QA/QC per client and NESC guidelines.