Senior Electrical Distribution Designer (Remote) – Lead Complex Projects

TWIG TECHNOLOGIES LLC; Shorewood (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with company match

PTO and holidays

Education reimbursement

Job summary

The Will Group is seeking a Senior Electrical Distribution Designer in Shorewood, IL, to lead complex 4 kV–34 kV utility distribution projects, from field data to final construction packages. You will collaborate with ComEd and other Exelon entities, shaping standards and best practices across the Power Division.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, constructability, and hands-on field awareness, with opportunities to mentor junior staff and influence drafting standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in electric utility distribution.
• Experience designing overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems.
• Proficiency with utility design and analysis tools.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead design development of complex overhead and underground electric distribution projects, typically 4 kV–34 kV.
• Develop construction-ready utility distribution design packages from field information through final deliverables.
• Apply advanced knowledge of utility standards, construction practices, field conditions, and constructability.
• Perform and/or review system studies, including load flow, voltage drop, short circuit, and protection coordination analyses.
• Serve as a primary technical resource for complex distribution design challenges.
• Review design packages for technical accuracy, constructability, consistency, and compliance with company and client standards.
• Provide technical guidance and support to Designers, Junior Designers, Engineering Associates, Project Engineers, and other team members.
• Mentor and develop less-experienced designers and engineers.
• Help develop, maintain, and improve TWG drafting standards, design procedures, and technical best practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve design quality, efficiency, project delivery, and overall department performance.
• Support Project Engineers and Senior Engineers with project planning and technical coordination.
• Participate in client meetings and technical discussions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, software, and design methodologies that can improve utility design and project delivery.
• Collaborate with field, engineering, project management, and client teams to develop practical, constructible solutions.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Electrical distribution design

Overhead/Underground design

Field-to-design leadership

GIS proficiency

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

GIS tools

Engineering analysis software

Job description

The Will Group is seeking a Senior Electrical Distribution Designer in Shorewood, IL, to lead complex 4 kV–34 kV utility distribution projects, from field data to final construction packages. You will collaborate with ComEd and other Exelon entities, shaping standards and best practices across the Power Division.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, constructability, and hands-on field awareness, with opportunities to mentor junior staff and influence drafting standards.