What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Engineer position at Thayer Infrastructure Services (TIS) and its affiliated companies?
Job Summary:
Founded in 1964, Thayer Power & Communication Line Construction Co., LLC has established itself as one of the premier contractors in the Telecommunications and Power industries. With our experienced staff and fleet of vehicles, we are able to meet telephone and power construction needs from concept through to reality.
Thayer Power & Communication is seeking an Electrical Distribution Engineer to join our dynamic team and contribute to the design, analysis, and implementation of electrical distribution systems. This role supports our Distribution Engineering Projects for Investor-Owned Utilities (IOUs), Coops, and Municipalities ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and client requirements. The ideal candidate will have experience in providing engineering solutions for overhead and underground distribution networks.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Develop engineering designs for overhead and underground distribution systems (4kV–35kV).
- Perform power system studies including load flow analysis, short circuit studies, and protection coordination.
- Prepare construction drawings, material lists, and cost estimates for distribution engineering projects.
- Support multi-stakeholder projects, coordinating with utilities, municipalities, and private clients.
- Ensure all designs meet NESC, IEEE, and client-specific standards.
- Integrate safety, reliability, and constructability considerations into every design.
- Work closely with project managers, field crews, and stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Coordinate with permitting agencies and regulatory bodies to ensure smooth project execution.
- Utilize engineering software such as CYME, or similar tools for modeling and design.
- Maintain accurate documentation and records for all projects.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Experience:
- 2 years in electrical distribution design or utility engineering.
- Experience with overhead and underground distribution systems.
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of power systems, protective devices, and construction practices.
- Experience in any power system modeling software such as CYME, ETAP, PSS/E or others.
Certifications: EIT or PE license preferred (or ability to obtain).
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our company does not accept unsolicited CVs or applications from agencies. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs or applications and explicitly reserve the right to contact candidates presented in such unsolicited CV or application.
All applicants who are offered employment with Thayer Infrastructure Services or one of it’s subsidiaries, will be subject to a background investigation and drug test. Offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a background investigation and drug test conducted in accordance with Thayer Infrastructure policy and state law.
Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Thayer Infrastructure Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.