Staff Engineer - Power Distribution
- Houston, TX, United States
$100,000 to $120,000 USD / year
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Job details
- Pay
- $100,000 to $120,000 USD / year
- Experience
- 5-12 years of power distribution experience
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related engineering discipline 5-12 years of power distribution experience Experience with designing overhead or underground electrical distribution systems Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Internship, co-op, or professional experience within utilities, power systems, energy, or infrastructure projects. Experience using AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, or utility design software. EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification or progress toward obtaining EIT. Knowledge of electrical utility standards and NESC requirements.
Job Description
Support the design and engineering of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems. Assist with preparation of construction drawings, engineering calculations, equipment specifications, and project documentation. Participate in utility distribution projects involving system upgrades, reliability improvements, new customer connections, and infrastructure modernization. Collaborate with project managers, designers, clients, and subcontractors to deliver projects safely and efficiently. Review utility standards, codes, and regulations to ensure engineering compliance. Support project scope development, cost estimates, schedules, and technical reports. Respond to technical questions and supporting issue resolution. Maintain a strong focus on quality, safety, and client service.
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Skills
- Electrical engineering
- Mechanical engineering
- Civil engineering
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Valid driver's licence
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Bentley MicroStation
- GIS
- Industrial software
- EIT
- Documentation
- Regulatory compliance