OverviewWe are designing the Grid of thefuture!
We are seeking an experienced Distribution Design Engineer with Commonwealth Edison (ComEd) distribution design experience to support electric utility projects across northern Illinois. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience designing overhead and underground distribution systems in compliance with ComEd standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
This role involves collaborating with internal engineering teams, utility clients, and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality distribution designs for new construction, system upgrades, and reliability improvement projects.
Responsibilities
Howyou can make an impact:
- Design overhead and underground electric distribution systems in accordance with ComEd standards and specifications
- Prepare and review distribution design packages, including:
Construction drawings
Pole Foreman
Permitting/CAD Drawings
Asset Suite 8
- Utilize ComEd-approved tools and systems T.E.D./CEIGIS, Pole Foreman, IKE, Asset Suite 8, JWA, MicroStation/AutoCAD.
- Perform field reviews, site walks, and design validation as required
- Coordinate with ComEd engineers, municipal agencies, and property owners
- Ensure compliance with NESC, OSHA, and ComEd safety standards
- Support permitting, easements, and right-of-way requirements
- Respond to design comments and revise plans as needed
- Meet project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations
- Availability Monday 6 Friday normal business hours 8am 6 4pm
Qualifications
Bring your passion, here whats needed:
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent utility experience)
- 2+ years of electric distribution design experience
- Direct ComEd distribution design experience (required)
- Strong knowledge of:
- Overhead and underground distribution systems (4 kV 6 34.5 kV)
- Utility construction standards and materials
- Proficiency with industry design software and drafting tools
- Ability to interpret utility standards, maps, and field data
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with joint-use, relocations, fiber make ready, DA, and New service design
- Familiarity with ComEd processes and construction standards
- Prior experience working with ComEd or utility consulting firms on ComEd designs
How we support you:
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Employee Ownership Program
- Work with industry leaders
- 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
- Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.
Location: This position is open to Remote with travel to client site as needed
Travel: Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)
