Distribution Design Engineering I

This role involves planning, engineering, and designing electric and gas distribution systems. It requires determining the need, size, location, and timing of power delivery infrastructure development, balancing various constraints and reliability needs. Duties include developing work packages for overhead and underground residential distribution, field engineering, and conducting post-construction reviews.

• Plan and design electric and gas distribution systems.
• Develop work packages for overhead and underground residential distribution.
• Perform field engineering, including project requirements identification and conflict resolution with utilities.
• Conduct engineering and design calculations.
• Perform post-construction reviews.
• Solve routine technical problems following established procedures.
• Communicate with peers to explain facts and basic analysis related to the area.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering preferred).
• 0-2 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree.
• Experience in using CAD tools such as AutoCAD and Microstation.
• Basic knowledge of power delivery systems and technical principles.

• Associates Degree considered with 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working with an electric utility or consulting company.
• Comfortable in both field and office settings.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds and walk up to 2 miles on unpaved surfaces.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Driver's license.

The role involves working 70% of the time from home and 30% in the field within the assigned territory in Michigan. The candidate must be comfortable working in both field and office settings.

This is a Contract position based out of Adrian, MI.

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $29.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Adrian,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

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