Electrical Project Engineer - Distribution ( Full-time ) Ann Arbor, MI - DK

As an Electrical Distribution Project Engineer, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead and deliver electrical distribution projects (up to 34.5kV) from design through execution

• Serve as a technical expert while guiding and mentoring junior engineers

• Own project success by managing scope, budget, schedule, and quality across multi-discipline teams

• Partner directly with clients to develop solutions, present designs, and drive project outcomes

• Play a key role in shaping project strategy, improving processes, and supporting business growth

**Key Responsibilities

Project Execution:**

• Prepare engineering deliverables for multiple projects

• Conduct research to develop equipment and material recommendations

• Manage data and perform complex engineering calculations

• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and quality requirements across multiple disciplines

• Lead larger production teams, coordinate multiple discipline activities, and serve as the responsible charge for a project

Quality/Continuous Improvement:

• Consistently and independently apply knowledge and comply with quality program requirements

• Ensure compliance through internal QA technical reviews

• Provide guidance and direction to team members

• Support continuous improvement and change management efforts

Client Focus:

• Interface directly with clients, vendors, and subcontractors

• Identify key client interests and drivers for projects

• Communicate concerns to project team members and develop solutions

• Provide support for business development activities

• Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision

Engineering Production:

• Prepare a variety of complex engineering deliverables

• Lead large multi-discipline teams to meet project deliverables

• Provide technical leadership for Distribution Line projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing engineering design services for overhead and underground distribution line projects for investor-owned utilities in the United States

• Experience in design of overhead and underground distribution projects (4kV-34.5kV)

• Strong communication skills and interest in client relationship development

• Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles, NESC and NEC standards

• Working knowledge of interdisciplinary project coordination: procurement, subcontract administration, permitting, real estate/land acquisition, and construction support

• Working knowledge of the proposal process and developing engineering estimates

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited program

• Minimum 5 years of related work experience

• Active P.E. license required

• Must serve as single disciplinary lead for electrical distribution design

• Experience with utility clients required

• Full project life cycle experience as a Project Engineer required

• Must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding (background check, drug screen, MVR search)

Security Clearance Required: No

Visa Candidate Considered: No

Compensation:

Base Salary - USD $100,000 to $140,000