Distribution Design Engineer II

Verdantas LLC

Grand Rapids, MI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$78,000–$85,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Analysis Skills, AutoCAD, Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction Contracts, Construction Inspection, Consulting, Electrical Design, Electrical Utility, Electricity, Engineer in Training (EIT), Environmental Design, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Maintenance - Electrical, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Codes, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Reliability, Technical/Engineering Design
LOCATION
Grand Rapids, MI
POSTED
3 days ago

Verdantas is seeking a Mid‑Level Distribution Engineer to support the Energy Services team in electric utility projects located in Grand Rapids or Petoskey, MI. The role is hybrid and involves design, analysis, and project management of medium‑voltage distribution systems.What You'll Do: Analyze and design electric distribution systems (4kV–35kV), including new line extensions, system upgrades, and reliability improvementsMap and inventory existing overhead and underground distribution systems in the fieldDevelop construction work packages using GIS, AutoCAD, and client‑specific design toolsPerform load calculations, voltage drop analysis, and protective device coordinationPrepare engineering deliverables such as unit lists, material lists, construction contracts, and construction specificationsCoordinate pre‑construction meetings, perform construction and post‑construction inspections in the fieldEnsure compliance with utility standards, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and environmental regulationsDistribution line design & project managementDistribution system mapping & modelingDistribution system load flow, coordination, & arc‑flash studiesMunicipal electric utility engineering supportWhat You'll Bring: Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering2–5+ years of experience in electric distribution engineering, preferably with a utility, municipality, or consulting firmProficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, CYME or similar distribution modeling toolsStrong knowledge of NESC, RUS, and utility design standardsExperience with Milsoft WindMil E&A software is a plusExperience with O‑Calc is a plusPE License a plus, EIT PreferredStrong communication skillsAbility to work nights and weekends as requiredSalary Range: $78,000.00 – $85,000.00Benefits: Flexible Work EnvironmentPaid Parental LeaveMedical, Dental, VisionLife and AD&D InsuranceShort‑Term and Long‑Term Disability401(k) with Company MatchPaid Time Off + HolidaysVerdantas is an EEO race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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Verdantas LLC