Distribution Standard Line Engineer

Brooksource

Louisville, KY OR Lexington, KY

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Distribution Line Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, constructing, and maintaining electrical distribution systems to ensure reliable and efficient delivery of electricity to our customers.

Qualifications:

• Ability to use formal engineering training in practical application to utility design assignments.
• Experience in design for electric distribution lines
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
• Understanding of NESC and NEC standards
• Knowledge of modern line materials and construction techniques
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering is required (Electrical preferred).

Key Responsibilities:

• Examines and determines options, based upon technical knowledge of work required to meet company construction standards, meet regulatory requirements, and which can be integrated into operational processes.
• Routinely interfaces with other departments, other utility companies, outside agencies, and end customers, regarding provision of electric service.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement and/or suggests improved methods and gathers, correlates, and analyzes specific data using established procedures.
• Performs detailed and/or routine engineering assignments involving established calculations, tests, and analysis.
• Prepares and presents electric construction designs, requiring self-analysis and recommendations, for related system reliability, electric service, and/or engineering activities.
• Proposes, justifies, and manages installation of equipment, structures and devices needed for the Company to comply with construction standards and reliability efforts.
• Supports operating and maintenance functions with engineering analysis, troubleshooting, problem identification, and problem resolution activities.
• Directs the activities of interns, as instructed, as they perform various activities including use of engineering design tools, field tools, etc.
• Attends departmental safety meetings and conducts periodical safety audits. Completes required training, including safety courses and regulatory awareness training.