Distribution Engineer

Job#: 3038686 Distribution Engineer Location: Birmingham, Alabama (Onsite) Role Overview This role supports the Department of Transportation (DOT) permitting and agreements team. The position involves assisting with assembling, reviewing, submitting, tracking, and communicating permit statuses for transmission and fiber organizations. The role requires ensuring adherence to utility manuals and permitting guidelines while working with various internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Assist coordinators with activities related to ALDOT, county, and city permitting. Ensure adherence to the ALDOT Utility Manual and Permit Manual for permitting. Assist with oversized load route reviews for ALDOT permitting companies through company territory. Assist with Temporary Traffic Control plan reviews following Part 6 of the current Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Manage distribution infrastructure projects from conception to completion. Collaborate with regulatory authorities for approvals and compliance. Maintain accurate records of distribution equipment and perform condition assessments. Required Qualifications Experience Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools to plan, execute, and monitor projects effectively. Understanding of plan and profile layouts, and cross-section sheet layouts. Technical Skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Access, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Excel). Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation and GIS programs. Preferred Qualifications A 4-year degree in a related field such as engineering, business, or project management. Alternatively, 3 years of experience in transmission, distribution, or fiber design and/or field operations. Experience in DOT, city, and county permitting. Familiarity with company-specific software and Teams. Ability to read and understand legal documents relevant to utility permitting and relocation, such as easements and right-of-way agreements. Familiarity with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), specifically Part 6 Temporary Traffic Control. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and balance competing priorities. Capable of working independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team. Strong time management and organizational skills. Willingness to learn company operations, policies, and procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels of internal, ALDOT, and municipal personnel. Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr