Electric Distribution Design Engineer; PE), Energy

Electric Distribution Design Engineer (PE) – Energy, San Antonio, Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, TX

Halff is expanding its Electric Power Delivery practice and is looking for experienced Electric Distribution Designers to join the team in San Antonio, Houston, or Dallas/Fort Worth, TX. The candidate will have at least 5 years of experience designing overhead and underground electric distribution lines for TNMP and will work with utilities, municipalities, and investor‑owned utilities to design new lines, relocate and upgrade existing lines, and handle substation distribution takeoffs.

• Develop designs, construction packages, and bills of material for complex distribution line projects and provide engineering support throughout the project life cycle.
• Conduct on‑site visits to determine routes, stake locations, assess right‑of‑way requirements, perform locates, and identify existing conditions before design.
• Act as the main customer contact during the work‑management process, handling phone calls, emails, and updating the tracking system.
• Create, edit, and analyse gas facility data updates using TNMP symbology and business rules.
• Attend pre‑construction meetings and address construction‑related issues as they arise.
• Calculate electric power to determine capacity and proper sizing of distribution materials and equipment.
• Create mockups and designs as required.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews of personal distribution line designs and construction packages.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and other teams to meet deadlines and support engineering decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve project execution processes, focusing on safety by design, quality, and consistency.
• Report daily to the client or Halff office.
• Perform any other assigned duties.

• Active PE license in Texas (in good standing).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, or an ABET‑accredited equivalent (Civil, Structural, or Architectural).
• Minimum 5 years of experience designing both overhead and underground electric distribution lines for TNMP.
• Experience with Distribution Design Studio (DDS).
• Familiarity with CAD‑based or GIS‑based design tools for electric power infrastructure.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, facilitation, team‑building, and collaboration abilities.
• Capable of working outdoors for long periods.
• Highly detail‑oriented with strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with industry codes and standards such as NESC and NEC.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable working with clients, management, and design teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated positive interpersonal behaviors toward TNMP associates and customers.

• Understanding of electrical theory and power calculation methods.
• Experience with design and construction standards and requirements.
• Skilled in performing structural calculations, including guying and cable pulling.
• Capable of completing sag and tension calculations to ensure correct line clearance and installation tension.
• Proficient in conducting distribution pole loading analyses for proper pole sizing.

• Medical, dental, prescription, and life insurance.
• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance.
• Paid time off and 8 company paid holidays (including Veteran's Day for our veterans).
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 529 College Savings Plan.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Plan.
• Comprehensive benefits list available upon request.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Halff is a drug‑free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. The position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.