Westwood Professional Services

Distribution Engineer II

Westwood Professional Services$80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-3 years experience with a B.S. in an Engineering Discipline from an ABET accredited university.
  • Ability to perform all Engineer I activities.
  • Preferred industry experience in power distribution engineering.
  • E.I.T Certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Perform all Distribution Engineer I roles and responsibilities.
  • Design and develop advanced engineering solutions using engineering principles and utility standards.
  • Analyze advanced projects, preparing comprehensive design criteria.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to Engineer I and interns for their professional growth.
  • Identify and resolve engineering challenges with innovative solutions.
  • Ensure adherence to industry standards, regulations, and best practices in all engineering/design work.
  • Prepare clear and accurate technical documentation and maintain comprehensive project records.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on award-winning projects across renewable energy sectors.
  • Collaborative environment with highly experienced team members.
  • Engagement in professional development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Recognition as part of a top-ranked engineering firm in various design categories.
  • Participation in stakeholder meetings to provide technical insights and updates.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Power Distribution Engineer II to join our team. The role is primarily responsible for the cost-effective conceptual and engineering solutions to upgrade, expand, maintain, and automate overhead and underground power distribution systems for our clients using various software systems and engineering/construction standards. The role ensures compliance with client procedures, design standards, state and federal regulatory requirements and safety code requirements. They will execute projects under the lead of a Senior Engineer and will work closely with engineers performing substation, distribution, transmission, renewable energy, power storage, and communication designs. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Perform all Distribution Engineer I Roles/Responsibilities
  • Design and develop advanced engineering solutions, applying engineering principles and utility standards.
  • Analyze andvanced projects and prepare a comprehensive design criteria.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to Engineer 1 and interns, fostering their professional growth.
  • Identify and resolve engineering challenges, proposing innovative solutions.
  • Ensure all engineering/design work adheres to industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
  • Preparation of technical documentation, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
  • Maintain comprehensive records of project developments and changes.
  • Participate in stakeholder meetings to provide technical insights and updates.
  • Engage in professional development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Required Skills:
  • 1-3yrs experience w/ B.S in an Engineering Discipline from an ABET accredited university.
  • Can perform all Engineer I activities


Preferred Experience:
  • Relevant Industry Experience
  • E.I.T Certification


Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

About Westwood Professional Services

Westwood Professional Services is a multi-disciplined surveying and engineering firm that provides services for residential and commercial development, wind and solar energy, power delivery, and oil and gas pipeline projects. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Westwood has over 500 employees and operates in several states across the United States.
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500 employees
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Founded
1972

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