Engineer 2 (Distribution) 4P888

Title: Distribution Engineer
Client: Alabama Power
Location: Tuscaloosa / Northport AL
Contract: 1 Year
Experience: Entry Level to 510 Years depending on candidate experience

Job Summary

We are seeking a Distribution Engineer to support the design planning optimization and maintenance of electric distribution systems.

This position may be filled at an entry-level or experienced Engineer II level depending on the candidates background. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of electrical distribution design technical analysis project management system reliability and safety standards.

Candidates must currently live in the Tuscaloosa/Northport area or be willing to relocate.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and plan electrical distribution systems and power lines.

• Support distribution system upgrades replacements and maintenance projects.

• Perform technical analysis including:

  • Load flow analysis

  • Fault analysis

  • Voltage drop calculations

• Optimize distribution networks for reliability efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

• Manage distribution projects from planning and design through implementation.

• Prepare and maintain engineering drawings records and project documentation.

• Conduct quality assurance reviews of distribution system designs.

• Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards regulations and environmental requirements.

• Coordinate with engineers field technicians project managers and other stakeholders.

• Provide technical support for field activities and customer-related distribution issues.

• Promote safe work practices and support reliable system operations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail quality and safety.

• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering and field teams.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project needs.

• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Tuscaloosa/Northport AL area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with electric utility or distribution system design.

• Knowledge of distribution system design software and engineering tools.

• Familiarity with utility industry codes standards and regulations.

• Experience with project planning budgeting and execution.

• Experience performing load flow fault or voltage-drop studies.

• Previous power delivery utility or field engineering experience.

Experience Level

This position may be considered for:

• Entry-Level Engineer: Recent engineering graduate or candidate with limited related experience.

• Experienced Distribution Engineer / Engineer II: Approximately 510 years of relevant distribution engineering experience.

Key Skills

Distribution Engineering Electric Utility Power Distribution Distribution Design Load Flow Fault Analysis Voltage Drop Project Management Power Lines Utility Engineering System Reliability Quality Assurance Construction Support Safety