Engineer II - Distribution

Position Overview

Power your Career as an Engineer II with our Distribution Engineering department! We are seeking a detail-oriented Distribution Engineer to support the preparation of cost estimates and construction plans for electrical infrastructure projects. In this role, you will create field sketches, develop material layouts, and ensure compliance with utility standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, coordinate project activities, and contribute to permitting and invoicing processes. This position is ideal for someone with a blend of technical aptitude and strong communication skills, who is eager to grow within a structured training environment and take ownership of complex utility projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and construction plans for electric system additions or improvements.
• Create field sketches and material layouts aligned with utility standards and customer specifications.
• Obtain joint-pole agreements and initiate procedures for rights-of-way, permits, licenses, and environmental documentation.
• Coordinate with client personnel and serve as a point of contact for customer-related inquiries and project updates.
• Participate in project billing and invoicing activities to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Use Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook) to organize and manage project documentation.
• Upon completion of training, utilize technical platforms such as SAP DMS, OCalc, GIS, WebViewer, EES, and AutoCAD.
• Apply knowledge of utility standards to evaluate constructability, materials, permitting needs, and project mapping.
• Deliver accurate and complete estimate packages for single and multi-location projects.
• Meet or exceed productivity expectations-such as a minimum of 16 completed corrective projects per month or meeting timelines for complex fire hardening projects.

Qualifications

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Benefits & Compensation

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

The expected compensation range for this position is based upon several factors, including but not limited to education, qualifications, prior relevant work experience and work location.

Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

EEO

At Qualus, we believe everyone has value; and that the diversity and inclusion among our teams is what sets us apart for optimal success. We put people first because we care. To view a copy of the Qualus Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement, click here.

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