Senior Distribution Engineer (Northeast Region)

Burns & McDonnell; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 145,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Senior Distribution Engineer to lead design teams on 2.4kV–34.5kV overhead and underground projects in the Morristown area. You will oversee design packages, perform critical calculations, and manage schedules and budgets across multiple projects while mentoring junior staff.

The role requires strong knowledge of electrical distribution, EPC experience preferred, and willingness to travel to client sites and campuses.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree or related discipline with 7+ years in distribution engineering (EPC experience preferred).
• FE exam with 7 years distribution engineering experience option.
• Master's degree with 6+ years experience option.
• PE license preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution power flow.
• Experience with overhead and underground construction methods.
• Proficient in distribution design software and GIS.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of distribution packages for overhead and underground projects, including distribution equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder design.
• Review cable pulling, voltage drop, and pole loading calculations.
• Apply strong knowledge of NESC standards and utility standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.
• Develop project schedule, scope, budget, resource forecasting, and construction planning; manage change orders.
• Apply knowledge to complex projects to find non-standard design solutions.
• Oversee or perform QA/QC reviews of project deliverables.
• Oversee or perform construction administration activities.
• Lead field inspections for overhead and underground electric facilities; prepare technical reports for clients.
• Build relationships with clients and contractors; identify new business opportunities.
• Participate in sales and marketing efforts and develop cost proposals and qualifications statements.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and designers.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Communicate about vegetation management, right-of-way, and outage planning.

Skills

Electrical distribution knowledge

Team leadership

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

FE exam + 7 years distribution experience

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

GIS software

Distribution design software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

The Senior Distribution Engineer will lead design project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on various 2.4kV to 34.5kV overhead and underground utility distribution projects. The Senior Distribution Engineer will lead the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical distribution plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

• Lead design of distribution voltage packages for both overhead and underground projects, including distribution equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder design.

• Review various distribution calculations, including cable pulling, voltage drop, and pole loading calculations.

• Apply strong knowledge of NESC standards and utility standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.

• Participate in the development of project schedule, scope, budget, resource forecasting, and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders.

• Apply knowledge and experience to complex projects to find non-standard design solutions.

• Oversee or perform Quality Control reviews of project deliverables.

• Oversee or perform construction administration activities.

• Lead field inspections for overhead and underground electric facilities on public and private electric utility systems.

• Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.

• Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers, and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.

• Participate in sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits.

• Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction by mentoring less experienced engineers and designers.

• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.

• Responsible for effective communication regarding vegetation management, third-party attachments, right-of-way, and outage planning.

• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 7 years of distribution engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.

• Or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related Engineering Technology degree from an ABET accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 7 years of distribution engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.

• Or Master's Degree in Engineering and 6 years of distribution engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.

• Expert knowledge of electrical distribution power flow.

• Strong knowledge of overhead and underground construction methods and distribution system equipment.

• Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).

• Experience in distribution design software and GIS to aid in design.

• Expert knowledge regarding easements, right-of-way, and permitting for distribution projects.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with leading the design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead the execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.

• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.

• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.

• Ability to travel.

• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

Compensation

$145,000.00-240,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work.

• From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs.
• As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program.

For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Engineering

Primary Location US-PA-Conshohocken

Other Locations US-CT-Wallingford, US-MA-Newton, US-NJ-Morristown

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time

Req ID: 263356

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D N/A