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Job Title : : ENGD1- Engineer 1 (Distribution)

Location : : Forest Park-GA

Contract : : 12+ Months

Skills And Responsibilities

• A Distribution Engineer is responsible for designing, planning, and managing the electrical distribution systems that deliver electricity to homes, businesses, and industries. They play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient distribution of electrical power. Key Responsibilities : Distribution System Design : Design, plan, and optimize electrical distribution systems including overhead and underground lines, substations, transformers, and other components . Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Network Analysis : Perform load flow analysis, fault analysis, and voltage drop calculations to assess the capacity and performance of the distribution network. Identify and mitigate potential issues.
• Asset Management : Maintain accurate records of distribution equipment, perform condition assessments, and recommend maintenance, repair, or replacement of aging or damaged assets. Equipment Selection : Specify and select distribution equipment, such as transformers, circuit breakers, switches, and protective devices, considering factors like voltage levels and load requirements. Safety and Compliance : Ensure that distribution
• system designs meet safety standards, environmental regulations, and industry codes.
• Collaborate with regulatory authorities for approvals and compliance. Reliability Improvement : Identify opportunities to enhance the reliability of the distribution system, reduce downtime, and improve power quality.
• Implement strategies for system resilience. New Connections : Evaluate requests for new electrical connections, assess their impact on the distribution network, and design the
• necessary infrastructure to support new customers. Project Management : Manage distribution infrastructure projects from conception to completion. Coordinate with
• construction crews, contractors, and vendors to ensure project timelines and budgets are met. Emergencies and Outages : Respond to emergency situations, such as power outages or equipment failures, by conducting rapid assessments and developing solutions to restore power. Data Analysis : Analyze data from monitoring systems, smart grids, and sensors to gain insights into distribution system performance and make data-driven decisions. Oualifications : Education : A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field is typically required. A master's degree may be preferred for more specialized roles.
• Professional Licensure : Many Distribution Engineers are required to hold a professional engineering license (PE) or similar
• Certifications, which vary by region. Technical Skills : Proficiency in distribution system design software, computer-aided design (CAD) tools, and power system simulation software.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and GIS (Geographic Information Systems) may be beneficial.
• Knowledge : In-depth knowledge of electrical distribution principles, grid operation, protection systems, and equipment.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards. Analytical Skills : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for assessing network performance, diagnosing issues, and proposing solutions. Safety Awareness : A strong commitment to safety protocols and procedures in designing and maintaining electrical distribution systems.
• Project Management : Project management

Seniority level

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Job function

Distribution

Industries

Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution

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