Distribution Engineer

Title: Distribution Engineer



Client: Alabama Power



Location: Tuscaloosa / Northport, AL



Contract: 1 Year



Experience: Entry Level to 5 10 Years, depending on candidate experience

Job Summary

We are seeking a Distribution Engineer to support the design, planning, optimization, and maintenance of electric distribution systems.

This position may be filled at an entry-level or experienced Engineer II level depending on the candidate's background. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of electrical distribution design, technical analysis, project management, system reliability, and safety standards .

Candidates must currently live in the Tuscaloosa/Northport area or be willing to relocate.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and plan electrical distribution systems and power lines.

• Support distribution system upgrades, replacements, and maintenance projects.

• Perform technical analysis, including:

  • Load flow analysis

  • Fault analysis

  • Voltage drop calculations

• Optimize distribution networks for reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

• Manage distribution projects from planning and design through implementation.

• Prepare and maintain engineering drawings, records, and project documentation.

• Conduct quality assurance reviews of distribution system designs.

• Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards, regulations, and environmental requirements.

• Coordinate with engineers, field technicians, project managers, and other stakeholders.

• Provide technical support for field activities and customer-related distribution issues.

• Promote safe work practices and support reliable system operations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field .

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail, quality, and safety.

• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering and field teams.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project needs.

• Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Tuscaloosa/Northport, AL area .

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with electric utility or distribution system design.

• Knowledge of distribution system design software and engineering tools.

• Familiarity with utility industry codes, standards, and regulations.

• Experience with project planning, budgeting, and execution.

• Experience performing load flow, fault, or voltage-drop studies.

• Previous power delivery, utility, or field engineering experience.

Experience Level

This position may be considered for:

• Entry-Level Engineer: Recent engineering graduate or candidate with limited related experience.

• Experienced Distribution Engineer / Engineer II: Approximately 5 10 years of relevant distribution engineering experience .

Key Skills

Distribution Engineering | Electric Utility | Power Distribution | Distribution Design | Load Flow | Fault Analysis | Voltage Drop | Project Management | Power Lines | Utility Engineering | System Reliability | Quality Assurance | Construction Support | Safety