Staff Distribution Engineer, Northeast – Utility Design

Burns & McDonnell; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Healthcare

Paid time off

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Wallingford, CT is seeking a Staff Distribution Engineer to design distribution systems for 2.4kV to 34.5kV projects, including overhead and underground facilities. You will work on project teams through design and construction, developing packages, performing calculations, and ensuring compliance with NESC and utility standards.

Strong communication and teamwork are essential. Experience with easements, permits, and right-of-way is valued, as is proficiency with GIS and

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor's in Engineering with 3 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Or Bachelor's in Engineering Technology with FE exam and 3 years of relevant experience.
• Or Master's in Engineering with 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution power flow.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Proficiency in distribution design software and GIS.
• Strong knowledge regarding easements, right-of-way, and permitting for distribution projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, teamwork, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Engineers in Training‑EIT Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare distribution-voltage packages for overhead and underground projects.
• Prepare design sketches, cost estimates, bill of materials, and other deliverables.
• Perform distribution calculations including cable pulling, voltage drop, and pole loading.
• Apply knowledge of NESC and utility standards, guides, and procedures.
• Research and compile project-related data for project managers.
• Perform field inspections for overhead and underground facilities.
• Prepare communications on vegetation management, ROW, and outage planning.
• Develop client presentations, reports, and visualizations of technical results.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Electrical power flow

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

EIT preferred

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's in Engineering

FE certification with ABET-accredited degree

Master's in Engineering

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office Suite

Distribution design software

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Wallingford, CT is seeking a Staff Distribution Engineer to design distribution systems for 2.4kV to 34.5kV projects, including overhead and underground facilities. You will work on project teams through design and construction, developing packages, performing calculations, and ensuring compliance with NESC and utility standards.

Strong communication and teamwork are essential. Experience with easements, permits, and right-of-way is valued, as is proficiency with GIS and