Distribution Engineer (Entry Level)

**Job Title: Distribution Engineer (Entry Level)

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**Location: Reform, AL 35481

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**Shift Schedule: Standard shift

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**Duration: 12 months contract

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**Pay range: $28 to $30 an hour (Depends on experience & qualification)

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**Position Summary:

**An entry level Distribution Engineer position or A Distribution Engineer with 5 to 10 years of experience. They play a crucial role in designing, developing, and managing distribution systems for electrical power. They are responsible for ensuring that these systems are efficient, reliable, and comply with safety and regulatory standards.

**Key Responsibilities:

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• **System Design:

  ** Design and plan distribution systems, which will include electrical power lines.

• **Network Optimization:

  ** Optimize the distribution network for efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

• **Project Management:

  ** Manage distribution projects, from planning and design to implementation and maintenance, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

• **Compliance and Regulation:

  ** Ensure that distribution systems comply with safety standards, industry regulations, and environmental requirements.

• **Technical Analysis:

  ** Perform technical analysis, such as load flow analysis, fault analysis, and voltage drop calculations to ensure the proper functioning of the distribution system.

• **Upgrades and Maintenance:

  ** Identify opportunities for system upgrades or replacements and plan maintenance activities to prevent disruptions.

• **Quality Assurance:

  ** Conduct quality assurance reviews of distribution system designs and implementation to guarantee high-quality standards.

• **Documentation:

  ** Maintain accurate records, drawings, and documentation related to distribution systems.

• **Safety:

  ** Promote and enforce safety protocols for both employees and the general public to minimize accidents and hazards.

• **Collaboration:

  ** Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including other engineers, field technicians, and project managers, to achieve project goals.

• **Customer Support:

  ** Provide technical support and address customer inquiries related to distribution systems.

**Qualifications:

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• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.

• This could be an entry level engineering position or engineer 2 position depending on the experience of the candidate.

• Proficiency in distribution system design software and tools is a plus. In-depth knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to distribution systems is a plus.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to address technical challenges. Project management experience, including project planning, budgeting, and execution.

• Excellent communication skills for working with cross-functional teams and clients. Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and safety.

• Adaptability to changing technology and industry trends.

You should be proficient in:

• Distribution Experience
• Engineering Degree
• Distribution System

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CAD Software