Senior Distribution Engineer – PPL Electric Utilities

Kdm-Engineerin; Chesterbrook (PA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

KDM Engineering is seeking a Senior Distribution Engineer to lead distribution engineering projects in Pennsylvania. This hybrid, full-time role involves guiding project teams, providing technical leadership, and delivering reliable engineering solutions for utility clients.

The candidate will mentor engineers, collaborate with clients, and help strengthen KDM's distribution capabilities across Pennsylvania. A strong background in distribution design and client-facing communication is essential.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology would be preferred.
• P.E. license is preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in distribution design.

Responsibilities

• Lead distribution engineering projects and project teams.
• Coordinate project activities with internal and client teams.
• Perform QA design reviews and peer reviews of project documents.
• Mentor project team members and junior engineers.
• Assist in scoping documents and fee preparation.
• Prepare and review project drawings and designs.
• Resolve design questions and provide client service.

Skills

Project leadership

Client coordination

Mentoring team

QA design reviews

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

P.E. license preferred

Job description

Senior Distribution Engineer

Chesterbrook, PA| Hybrid | Full-time

KDM Engineering is seeking an experienced Senior Distribution Engineer to join our growing team in Pennsylvania. In this role, you'll lead distribution engineering projects, provide technical guidance across project teams, and help deliver safe, reliable, and constructible engineering solutions for our utility clients.

This is an opportunity for a seasoned distribution engineering professional who enjoys both hands-on technical work and leadership. You'll work on challenging projects, collaborate directly with clients, mentor developing engineers, and play an important role in strengthening KDM's growing distribution capabilities in Pennsylvania.

What You'll Do

• Leads projects and project team in the execution of several mid-to-large scale projects
• Communicates and coordinates project activities with internal team members
• Perform Quality Assurance (QA) design reviews and Peer Reviews for all project documents
• Performs peer reviews and mentors project team members
• Assists in the preparation of scoping documents and fees
• Prepares and reviews project drawings in TED
• Resolves design questions and technical concerns
• Provides excellent client/customer service

What We're Looking For

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology Preferred
• P.E. Preferred
• 8 years minimum of experience with Distribution Design, experience preferred
• Knowledge of PPL Electric Utilities standards and distribution design practices is preferred.
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards
• Ability to interface effectively with clients, employees, and management team is essential
• Motivated to continually take on more responsibility and lead the team

Salary range

$110,000 - $140,000 per year

About KDM

Founded in 2012 by Kimberly D. Moore, KDM Engineering is a certified WBE/MBE professional engineering firm specializing in power utility design, natural gas distribution, telecommunications, and substation engineering. Headquartered in Chicago, KDM also has offices across Maryland, Indiana, Delaware, and Pennsylvania.

Our vision is to challenge and change energy infrastructure to help light up the world. We believe technical excellence, innovation, and diverse perspectives make our teams stronger and help us solve complex problems more creatively.

KDM also supports the next generation of engineers through Calculated Genius, a nonprofit providing STEM programs and scholarships for underrepresented youth.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Medical insurance with HMO, PPO, and HDHP options, including HSA
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Pet insurance discounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with Traditional and Roth options
• Front-loaded PTO for full-time employees
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Volunteer PTO up to 40 hours
• Paid parental leave up to 8 weeks of maternity leave and 4 weeks of parental leave
• Professional sabbatical 3 weeks of paid leave every 5 years

Our Mission

KDM Engineering is engineering what's next. Through technical excellence, innovative thinking, and strong partnerships, we create infrastructure solutions that move communities, industries, and ideas forward. We're not just solving for today. We're building smarter, stronger, more resilient systems for the future

Grow With Us

• Career growth opportunities
• Professional development funding
• PE licensure support and exam reimbursement
• Mentorship opportunities
• Project leadership exposure
• And much more!

A Few Things to Know Before You Apply

• A valid driver's license may be required for some positions or projects.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Employment is subject to successful completion of our required pre-employmentscreening, including background and drug screening.

Equal Employment Opportunity

KDM Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, and local laws.