Entry Level Distribution Designer
The Entry Level Distribution Designer supports the design and engineering of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems by preparing project packages including drawings, calculations, and documentation. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure safe, cost-effective project delivery while adhering to utility standards and performing technical analyses under senior engineer guidance. The position is fully remote but requires the candidate to be located in the Plainfield or Indianapolis area, reflecting a hybrid remote work arrangement.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking an Entry Level Distribution Designer / Power Distribution Engineer to support electrical distribution projects. This role focuses on preparing project and job packages (material lists, requisitions, labor estimates), producing site and construction drawings, and supporting design work for overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
- Support the design and engineering of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems
- Prepare construction drawings, engineering calculations, equipment specifications, and project documentation
- Produce material lists, requisitions, and labor estimates for jobs and projects
- Participate in utility distribution projects including system upgrades, reliability improvements, new customer connections, and infrastructure modernization
- Collaborate with project managers, designers, field personnel, clients, and subcontractors to deliver projects safely and on schedule
- Review utility standards, codes, and regulations to ensure compliance with engineering requirements
- Perform load calculations, voltage drop analysis, and equipment sizing under the guidance of senior engineers
- Conduct field investigations and site visits to gather project data and validate design assumptions
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- CAD experience (from coursework, internships, or prior roles)
- Familiarity or experience with designing overhead and/or underground electrical distribution systems
- Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and follow direction from senior engineers
Skills & Tools
- CAD (AutoCAD or similar)
- Basic electrical engineering calculations (load calculations, voltage drop)
- Equipment specification review
- Construction drawing preparation
- Field/site visit data collection
Location & Work Model
- Work model: Remote (telecommute) with a location requirement — candidates must be based in or near Plainfield or Indianapolis, IN. This posting is for Indianapolis, IN (per authoritative listing).
- Employment: You will be directly employed by Confidential Client if selected.
- Eligibility: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities; please notify us if you require an accommodation.
Compensation & Additional Info
- Salary (estimated): $84,452 per year — estimated value provided by the source posting.
- Employment type: Full-time
- This role follows standard background and reference checks consistent with applicable law.
- Confidential Client is committed to safe work practices and compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
Legal & Compliance Notes
Confidential Client and Careertakes comply with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Candidates will not be discriminated against based on protected characteristics. Employment is generally at-will unless otherwise specified.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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