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Electrical Engineer – Distribution Design
Position: Full-Time
Location: Any (Florida and Illinois preferred)
Licensing: Professional Engineer (PE) Required
About the Role
Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in Distribution System Design to support electric utility and power delivery projects. This senior-level role is ideal for a Professional Engineer with strong experience in utility distribution systems, including overhead and underground distribution, system upgrades, reliability improvements, and customer-driven projects.
The successful candidate will bring technical depth, leadership capability, and hands-on experience supporting transmission and distribution (T&D) utilities, municipal power providers, or utility engineering consultants.
Key Responsibilities
Distribution Engineering & Design
Lead the design of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems, typically ranging from 4 kV to 35 kV.
Develop design packages for:
New distribution lines and system expansions
System hardening and resiliency upgrades
Reconductoring and voltage conversion projects
Service extensions and customer interconnections
Prepare construction drawings, material lists, staking sheets, and technical specifications.
Perform system calculations including:
Voltage drop
Short-circuit analysis
Load analysis and feeder balancing
Utility Coordination & System Integration
Apply utility standards, specifications, and design criteria to distribution projects.
Coordinate designs with transmission, substation, protection, and civil teams.
Support integration of:
Distribution automation
Voltage regulation equipment
Protective devices (reclosers, sectionalizers, fuses)
Ensure compatibility with existing utility systems and operational practices.
Project Leadership & Technical Oversight
Serve as lead engineer or subject matter expert for distribution design efforts.
Provide technical guidance and QA/QC reviews for drawings, calculations, and design deliverables.
Support project managers with:
Scope development
Cost estimates
Schedule planning
Risk identification
Mentor junior engineers and designers.
Industry Tools & Standards
Design in accordance with applicable standards and codes, including:
NESC
IEEE
ANSI
NEC (as applicable)
Utility-specific distribution standards
Utilize commonly used software and tools:
CYME, Synergi, or WindMil (preferred)
SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower
AutoCAD or MicroStation
Maintain working knowledge of distribution construction practices and materials.
Client & Field Support
Work directly with electric utilities, municipalities, and power providers.
Support construction through:
Review of contractor submittals
Responses to RFIs
Site visits and field observations
Provide engineering support to resolve constructability or operational issues.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
Professional Engineer (PE) license (required).
Minimum 8 years of experience in electric distribution engineering.
Prior experience working with:
Investor-Owned Utilities (IOUs)
Public utilities or cooperatives
Utility engineering consulting firms
Strong understanding of distribution system operations and utility standards.
Proven ability to lead engineering tasks and collaborate across disciplines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with storm hardening, grid modernization, or resiliency programs.
Familiarity with distribution automation and smart grid technologies.
Experience coordinating with joint-use utilities and right-of-way stakeholders.
Experience supporting proposals, cost estimating, and schedule development.
Experience mentoring junior engineers or serving as a technical lead.
Soft Skills & Competencies
Strong technical judgment and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and lead complex tasks
Client-focused and solutions-oriented mindset
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Working at Hanson
Employee-owned firm offering long-term career growth and stability
Collaborative environment across disciplines and offices
Willingness to support occasional field work and travel
Valid driver’s license required
Salary Range: ($147,000-$175,000)
Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:
Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.
We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:
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