Senior Distribution Engineer

Milhouse; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 134,300 - 169,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Company Sponsored Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Atlanta seeks a senior Distribution Engineer V with extensive experience in electric distribution systems. This role involves advanced technical leadership in planning and design, along with ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate should have 13–15 years of relevant experience and a strong background in overhead and underground distribution practices. Benefits include competitive salary, health coverage, and professional development incentives.

Qualifications

• 13–15 years of experience in electric distribution engineering.
• Strong background in overhead and underground distribution design.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering design of complex distribution systems.
• Collaborate with operations and construction teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and improve engineering standards.

Skills

Electric distribution systems

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Job description

The Distribution Engineer V is a senior level engineering professional with deep, hands‑on experience in electric distribution systems. This role provides advanced technical leadership in the planning, design, and optimization of overhead and underground distribution infrastructure. The Distribution Engineer V serves as a subject‑matter expert in distribution engineering practices, supports complex system challenges, and partners closely with operations, construction, and planning teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient power delivery.

Distribution Engineering Expertise

• Lead the engineering design and review of complex overhead and underground electric distribution systems, including feeders, laterals, services, and line extensions.
• Apply in‑depth knowledge of distribution construction practices, materials, and equipment (poles, conductors, transformers, switches, regulators, reclosers).
• Perform advanced distribution system analyses, including load flow, voltage drop, fault current, protection coordination, and reliability studies.
• Serve as a technical authority on distribution standards, ensuring compliance with NESC, NEC, IEEE, utility standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support system hardening, reliability improvement, and grid modernization initiatives.

Field & Operations Collaboration

• Work closely with distribution operations, construction, and maintenance teams to ensure designs are constructible, safe, and operationally sound.
• Provide field engineering support, including site visits, constructability reviews, and resolution of complex field issues.
• Support storm response, damage assessments, and system restoration efforts as needed.

Project & Program Leadership

• Serve as the engineering lead for large‑scale or high‑risk distribution projects.
• Support capital planning, feeder improvement programs, and infrastructure replacement initiatives.
• Provide engineering input for project scope, cost estimates, schedules, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners, including contractors, municipalities, and regulatory agencies.

Standards, Mentorship & Continuous Improvement

• Develop, maintain, and improve distribution engineering standards, specifications, and design guidelines.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid‑level distribution engineers and designers.
• Review and approve engineering deliverables for technical accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Evaluate new technologies, materials, and methods to enhance distribution system performance and reliability.

Who You Are (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited institution in electrical engineering.
• 13–15 years of progressive experience in electric distribution engineering.
• Strong background in overhead and underground distribution design and construction practices.
• Extensive working knowledge of NESC, NEC, IEEE standards, and utility construction standards.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and technical decision‑making skills.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the applicable state(s), or the ability to obtain reciprocity within a defined timeframe.
• Experience managing multiple people and projects with cross‑functional teams and coordinating with clients and contractors.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage.
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Short‑Term Disability.
• Voluntary Coverages.
• Discounted Gym Membership.
• Competitive Base Salary.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Professional Development Incentives.
• Milhouse University (Cross‑Functional Training).
• Employee Education & Development Program.
• Generous PTO + Paid Holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Extracurricular Sports Teams.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Employee Referral Bonus.
• Transit Benefits Program.
• Charitable Events and Activities.

$134,300 – $169,200 a year (actual base pay depends upon many factors and is subject to change).

Milhouse is a pay transparency non‑discrimination organization committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure that all employees are compensated fairly and without bias in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, effective January 1, 2025, we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and ensure that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings. Additionally, we participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements.

Important Notice to US Applicants

Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. is an at‑will employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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