Engineer ; Distribution
Listed on 2026-10-10
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Energy Engineer
Title: Distribution Engineer
Client: Alabama Power
Location: Tuscaloosa / Northport, AL
Contract: 1 Year
Experience: Entry Level to 5–10 Years, depending on candidate experience
We are seeking a Distribution Engineer to support the design, planning, optimization, and maintenance of electric distribution systems.
This position may be filled at an entry-level or experienced Engineer II level depending on the candidate’s background. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of electrical distribution design, technical analysis, project management, system reliability, and safety standards
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Candidates must currently live in the Tuscaloosa/Northport area or be willing to relocate.
Key Responsibilities- Design and plan electrical distribution systems and power lines.
- Support distribution system upgrades, replacements, and maintenance projects.
- Perform technical analysis, including:
- Load flow analysis
- Fault analysis
- Voltage drop calculations
- Optimize distribution networks for reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
- Manage distribution projects from planning and design through implementation.
- Prepare and maintain engineering drawings, records, and project documentation.
- Conduct quality assurance reviews of distribution system designs.
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards, regulations, and environmental requirements.
- Coordinate with engineers, field technicians, project managers, and other stakeholders.
- Provide technical support for field activities and customer-related distribution issues.
- Promote safe work practices and support reliable system operations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field
. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail, quality, and safety.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering and field teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project needs.
- Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Tuscaloosa/Northport, AL area
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- Experience with electric utility or distribution system design.
- Knowledge of distribution system design software and engineering tools.
- Familiarity with utility industry codes, standards, and regulations.
- Experience with project planning, budgeting, and execution.
- Experience performing load flow, fault, or voltage-drop studies.
- Previous power delivery, utility, or field engineering experience.
This position may be considered for:
- Entry-Level Engineer: Recent engineering graduate or candidate with limited related experience.
- Experienced Distribution Engineer / Engineer II: Approximately 5–10 years of relevant distribution engineering experience
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Distribution Engineering | Electric Utility | Power Distribution | Distribution Design | Load Flow | Fault Analysis | Voltage Drop | Project Management | Power Lines | Utility Engineering | System Reliability | Quality Assurance | Construction Support | Safety
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