Senior Distribution Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Distribution Engineer to support our growing workload. The position is hybrid, located in Grand Rapids or Petoskey, MI, with remote flexibility and requires ~50% travel to client sites.

• Lead the design and analysis of electric distribution systems (4kV-35kV), including new line extensions, system upgrades, and reliability improvements.
• Develop construction work packages using GIS, AutoCAD, and client-specific design tools.
• Perform load calculations, voltage drop analysis, and protective device coordination.
• Prepare engineering deliverables such as plans and profile drawings, bill of materials, and construction specifications.
• Coordinate with utility clients, permitting agencies, and internal teams to ensure project success.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and quality assurance.
• Support project management activities, including scope, schedule, and budget tracking.
• Ensure compliance with utility standards, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and environmental regulations.
• Distribution line design & project management.
• Joint-use attachment reviews.
• Distribution system mapping & modeling.
• Distribution system load flow, coordination, and arc-flash studies.
• Municipal electric utility engineering support.

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10+ years of experience in electric distribution engineering, preferably with utility or consulting firms.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, CYME, or similar distribution modeling tools.
• Strong knowledge of NESC, NEC, and utility design standards.
• Experience with Milsoft Wind Mil E&A software is a plus.
• Experience with O-Calc is a plus.
• Ability to specify portions of the engineering systems based on past experience.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends as required to meet demanding project schedules.

Minimum salary $130,000 (negotiable based on geographic location, skills, certifications, and experience).

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas is an EOE (race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet). We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance, regardless of background.