Job Details

Distribution Engineer

As a Distribution Engineer, you will provide detailed engineering, design, and planning assessments and recommendations. You will evaluate system operations and develop project scope for overhead and underground utility systems. Your role will include evaluating electrical power systems and designing replacements according to utility standards.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and modify accurate estimates and engineering drawings using BlueBeam, AutoCAD, and/or GIS software.
• Meet with managers, engineers, and colleagues to review project statuses and determine appropriate communication strategies.
• Visit site plans to assess existing utility conditions and gather necessary project information.
• Coordinate ROW acquisition, planning, and design functions through regular project updates to ensure schedule adherence and work forecasting.
• Work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with potential for overtime.
• Perform additional duties as needed or assigned.

Essential Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Structural, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
• 1-2 years of experience in a related field.
• Experience in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering preferred.
• Working knowledge of ARMS, JETS/JETS scheduling tool, DETS, CYME, and DISTGIS/ArcMap.
• Experience with OH and UG fiber optic and other telecommunication distribution means.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and utility design software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in writing switching orders.
• Ability to write business correspondence and communicate effectively.
• Capability to present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and local permitting agencies.
• Strong operational planning and interpersonal skills.
• General computer skills, including email and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with SAP or Smallworld software.
• Design experience with Xcel.

Work Environment:

This is a remote position with travel to client sites as needed. Candidates must be willing to travel on short notice throughout the Xcel territory.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, Missouri.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $28.84 - $28.84/hr. 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).