Distribution Design Engineer

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K&A Engineering Consulting
Engineering consulting firm offering innovative solutions in various sectors including energy and infrastructure.
Design and QA/QC of underground/overhead electric distribution systems for utilities.
16 days ago ago
$75,000 - $108,000
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Oak Brook, IL
Office Full-Time
Company Size
250 Employees
Service Specialisms
Licensing and Permitting Services
Power Generation Services
Technology Solutions
Field Services (Construction Management & Testing & Commissioning)
Transmission Engineering Services
Substation Engineering Services
Distribution Engineering Services
DER Interconnection Studies
Sector Specialisms
Electric Power Generation
Substation
Transmission
Distribution
Energy Efficiency
Distributed Energy Resources (DER)
Utility
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
distribution design
field work
qaqc review
scope analysis
schedule management
  • Perform and execute underground distribution design or residential distribution design
  • Assist with potential fielding work as well if needed
  • Perform QAQC and Final Reviews
  • Perform scope analysis of work assigned and maintain schedule adherence in support of client priorities
What you bring
maximo
boud
pole foreman
duke
engineering degree
distribution design
  • Demonstrated ability or experience with Maximo, BOUD, and Pole Foreman
  • Previous Duke project experience is required
  • Ability to follow prescribed standards and procedures
  • Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an accredited college or university
  • 2+ years of distribution design experience
  • Katapult experience is a plus
Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
  • 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
  • Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
  • Provides innovative engineering solutions across multiple sectors.
  • Delivers customized, practical solutions in energy, infrastructure, utilities, and transportation.
  • Works on projects such as large-scale energy infrastructure, transportation systems, and water resource management.
  • Specializes in complex designs and high-efficiency engineering services.
  • Known for addressing current engineering challenges and forecasting future needs and trends.
Culture + Values
5 days
Workweek Standard
The company maintains a standard 5-day workweek to support work-life balance.
4 times
Monthly Connections
Fosters community through ‘Coffee Connections’ initiatives held 4 times a month.
  • Big Firm Abilities, Small Firm Agility
  • Delivering excellence through consistent quality and teamwork
  • Safety as a core value—‘safety is number one priority’ with OSHA certifications, defensive driving, and hazard communication training
  • Employee-first organization valuing knowledge, learning, connection, collaboration
  • Promotes a culture of 'can do attitude' and 'say‑do' ratio with project deadlines and quality
  • Rewards and Recognition through regular programs, awards, and bonuses
  • Supports work–life balance via generous PTO
  • K&A Cares – employee-driven community service, e.g., solar panel donations, food packaging, trail cleanups
  • Continuous learning and development via company-sponsored tuition reimbursement, industry workshops, conferences
Environment + Sustainability
>25M annual revenue growth
Renewable Energy Contracts
Secured major contracts such as USAID SURE II and CMP interconnection support, contributing to significant revenue growth in 2020.
  • Designed energy engineering solutions to enhance quality of life, with a growing focus on clean and alternative energy projects.
  • Engineered and donated solar panels to power a rural Nepal health and birthing center.
  • Embedded safety, health, environment & quality (SHEQ) into core operations.
  • No stated net-zero target publicly available.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Nationally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
  • Commits to zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, or racism toward any employee, client, or the public
  • Actively seeks diverse talent via immigration-friendly hiring processes
  • In benefits: publicly states 'will remain committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture'
  • No publicly available gender-related demographic statistics
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