Distribution Engineer - Remote

at Actalent in

Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Job Title:

Medium Voltage Distribution Engineer Job Description This position offers an opportunity for an experienced Medium Voltage Distribution Engineer to join a growing infrastructure team focused on power delivery, microgrids, battery storage, and alternative energy. You will design and deliver medium voltage underground and overhead distribution projects, working closely with a Senior Engineer and a small, collaborative team. The role can be based on-site in Missoula, MT, Billings, MT, or Boise, ID, with potential for remote work for candidates who bring extensive, directly relevant experience. This position is designed to grow into a Project Engineer role and provides broad exposure across all aspects of power distribution engineering rather than narrow production tasks. Responsibilities + Design and deliver medium voltage underground and overhead distribution projects under the direction of a Senior Engineer. + Produce detailed electrical and physical design drawings using AutoCAD for medium voltage distribution systems. + Perform power system modeling and engineering calculations, including load flow, short circuit analysis, and cable ampacity studies. + Conduct structure analysis and sag and tension studies for overhead distribution lines. + Size and specify medium voltage equipment in the 5 kV to 35 kV range to meet project and client requirements. + Collaborate closely with drafters, clients, and project team members to coordinate design efforts and resolve technical issues. + Manage approximately two to four active projects at a time, balancing priorities and meeting project schedules and budgets. + Apply National Electrical Safety Code ( NESC ) and National Electrical Code ( NEC ) requirements to ensure safe and compliant designs. + Use power system modeling tools such as ETAP , EasyPower, or PSSE to analyze and validate distribution system performance. + Support document review and markup processes, contributing to high-quality deliverables and clear project documentation. + Develop increasing autonomy in project execution, becoming the engineer who can take a task with minimal detail and work through specifics to deliver accurate results. + Actively pursue Professional Engineer licensure, building toward progression into a Project Engineer role. + Contribute to the direction and growth of a small, close-knit infrastructure team within a larger organization by sharing ideas, feedback, and technical insights. Essential Skills + To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account