What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Engineer II position at Pike Engineering?
Company Description Pike Engineering, part of Pike Corporation, is a leading engineering, technical services, and consulting company serving the electric utility industry nationwide. The organization delivers a full suite of engineering and project management services, from power engineering to energy delivery. Pike Engineering focuses on integrated and innovative solutions that support evolving energy systems and help utility clients achieve long-term success. With integrity and a strong commitment to quality, the company relies on a proven team of engineers, designers, project managers, and technicians experienced in all areas of power and energy. Team members join a collaborative environment dedicated to exceeding client expectations and driving reliable, modern energy infrastructure.
Role Description The Distribution Engineer will design, analyze, and support electrical distribution systems for utility clients, ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective power delivery. Day-to-day responsibilities include creating and reviewing distribution designs, preparing construction drawings and documentation, performing system calculations, and supporting load studies and reliability improvements. The role involves coordinating with internal teams and client representatives, responding to field and design questions, and assisting with project scheduling, estimates, and technical reports. The engineer will also help assess system impacts of new loads, distributed energy resources, and upgrades, while adhering to applicable codes, standards, and utility requirements. This is a full-time, hybrid role based in Lawrenceville, GA, with a combination of on-site and work-from-home flexibility.
Qualifications
Role Description The Distribution Engineer will design, analyze, and support electrical distribution systems for utility clients, ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective power delivery. Day-to-day responsibilities include creating and reviewing distribution designs, preparing construction drawings and documentation, performing system calculations, and supporting load studies and reliability improvements. The role involves coordinating with internal teams and client representatives, responding to field and design questions, and assisting with project scheduling, estimates, and technical reports. The engineer will also help assess system impacts of new loads, distributed energy resources, and upgrades, while adhering to applicable codes, standards, and utility requirements. This is a full-time, hybrid role based in Lawrenceville, GA, with a combination of on-site and work-from-home flexibility.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong skills in Electrical Distribution Design and Power Distribution for utility systems.
- Candidates should possess solid knowledge of Electric Power and Electric Utility operations, practices, and standards.
- Candidates should possess robust Analytical Skills to perform calculations, interpret system data, and solve technical problems.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline preferred.
- Experience with distribution design software, GIS tools, or CAD platforms is beneficial.
- Understanding of relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., NESC, NEC) is an advantage.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate with field personnel and client stakeholders.
- Ability to work safely in office and occasional field environments, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a hybrid work setting.