Senior Power Distribution Engineer - Project Lead

City of Independence; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Independence seeks a highly skilled Engineer III or IV to join the Power & Light Engineering Team. The role involves leading complex distribution projects, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring timely project delivery while adhering to regulations.

This senior-level position offers growth and a chance to impact city infrastructure. The incumbent will perform design, analysis, and supervision of staff, with responsibilities spanning research, cost evaluation, and coordination with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from ABET-accredited college and six (6) years of general utility/power systems experience, or four (4) years with a Master’s or PE.
• Engineer III requires FE; Engineer IV requires FE and PE is desirable.
• PE license in Missouri or ability to obtain Missouri license within six months is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering of complex capital and system improvement projects.
• Mentor lower level engineers and supervise technical staff.
• Serve as project leader and ensure timely completion of assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project management

Power distribution

Code knowledge

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

FE certificate

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

NIMS training

Job description

City of Independence seeks a highly skilled Engineer III or IV to join the Power & Light Engineering Team. The role involves leading complex distribution projects, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring timely project delivery while adhering to regulations.

This senior-level position offers growth and a chance to impact city infrastructure. The incumbent will perform design, analysis, and supervision of staff, with responsibilities spanning research, cost evaluation, and coordination with