Senior Engineer I

Kapower; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Transit Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

K&A Power Group in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Senior Engineer I to join our team and work on challenging projects in the energy and utility sectors. You will lead design for distribution systems, review drawings, and provide technical oversight in a dynamic, people-focused environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration, adherence to standards, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions. A bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of power industry experience are required, with a daily office

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university is required.
• 5+ years of experience in power utility industry or related field.
• Experience with Maximo, BOUD, SEDS, and Poleforeman.
• Ability to follow prescribed standards and procedures.
• Experience in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must report to the Charlotte, NC office daily.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and design services for medium voltage (1kV to 35kV) overhead and underground power distribution systems.
• Perform scope analyses and maintain schedule adherence to client priorities.
• Review and prepare engineering-quality drawings for construction.
• Provide technical oversight to solve complex problems with minimal supervision.
• Review field notes and designs for quality and coordinate issue resolution with stakeholders.
• Assist with pole loading analysis and equipment sizing for residential and commercial projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Follow standards

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Maximo

BOUD

SEDS

Poleforeman

Job description

At K&A, our employees are at the heart of everything we do, driving our success through their talent, dedication, and passion.

K&A Power Group – is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources.

We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and forging meaningful, long-term relationships with our clients and communities, wherever they are in the world.

Powered By Innovation, Passion, And Purpose.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Engineer I to join our team at K&A Power Group in Charlotte, NC. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

• Lead planning and design services for medium voltage (1kV to 35kV) overhead and underground power distribution systems
• Perform scope analysis of work assignments and maintain schedule adherence to align with client priorities
• Review and/or prepare engineering-quality drawings suitable for construction
• Provide technical oversight to solve complex problems with minimal supervision
• Review quality and accuracy of field notes and designs, then work with stakeholders to resolve issues identified
• Assist with pole loading analysis calculations and equipment sizing for residential and commercial development projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university is required
• 5+ years of experience in power utility industry or related field
• Demonstrated ability or experience with Maximo, BOUD, SEDS, and Poleforeman
• Ability to follow prescribed standards and procedures
• Experience in Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word and Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to report to the Charlotte, NC, office daily

Pay Range $90000—$115000

Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands‑on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast‑growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:

We offeracomprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with company match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Parking and Transit Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.