Electrical Designer, Distribution

Electrical Engineer/Designer, Distribution Energy Jobs with David Evans and Associates:

At David Evans and Associates, Inc., our Energy team provides unmatched infrastructure solutions for power delivery and renewable energy, offering expert planning and design for low- to high-voltage facilities. We ensure safe, reliable, and affordable electricity for communities across various sectors, including power generation, renewables, and transportation electrification. Our comprehensive services are tailored to meet the technical, financial, environmental, and political needs of our clients.

Whether the goal is to enhance current infrastructure or embark on a new innovative energy project, DEA has the expertise to see it through to completion and deliver a more resilient future.

The Transmission Practice is seeking an Electrical Distribution Engineer.

As an Electrical Engineer in DEA's Energy Business Unit, you will work closely with other project engineers and project managers on project teams providing electrical engineering and technical knowledge. The position entails performing detailed design of distribution systems. You will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team, sharing knowledge and leveraging each other's technical abilities. This position includes growth opportunities for professional advancement, leadership, and increased responsibility.

This role, based in Wisconsin, is hybrid-friendly, and may include periodic travel for project execution.

• Exemplify DEA's Cultural Drivers internally and externally
• Engineer projects that will maintain and support various electrical utility systems by designing and creating detailed drawings, specifications and cost estimates for distribution systems.
• Collaborate with team members in an open communication culture, providing support in various disciplines as needed.
• Perform electrical system modeling and analysis. Prepare written reports and information related to analysis
• Helps ensure that designed electrical facilities meet NEC, NESC, RUS and Cooperative and Specific utility standards
• Provide leadership and mentoring to project teams
• Develop the project understanding, approach, and work plan
• Manage communications among the project team and client
• Maintain the technical quality of the work
• Implement the project QA/QC plan
• Some travel for project execution may be required

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in civil/electrical engineering or construction management (or closely related field) OR 5+ years of applicable electric utility industry experience
• Strong understanding of electrical distributions systems and construction
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Proficient with AutoCAD and/or Micro Station
• Strong leadership, written and oral communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to make decisions with guidance in accordance with established policies and procedures and use initiative and judgment in completing tasks and responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner

• Professional Engineer license (PE)
• 5 or more years of experience in distribution line design
• Competency in Spida Calc, Pole Foreman, O-Calc or other similar design programs
• Engineering principles used in electrical utility system; RUS specifications and work order procedures; NESC and NEC regulations; legal descriptions, easements, and the permit application process; understanding of computer modeling of electric systems; essentials of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Familiar with industry-specific technology and terminology

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while…