Senior Distribution Engineer
Verdantas
Design and manage electric distribution systems for utilities
15 days ago ago
$130,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Grand Rapids, MI
Hybrid
Company Size
1,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Services
Engineering
Consulting
Remediation
Risk Management
Compliance
Sustainability
Environmental Health & Safety
Sector Specialisms
Environmental Science
Engineering
Power Generation
Energy Transition
Water Resources
Environmental Consulting
Sustainable Engineering
Modeling
Role
What you would be doing
load flow
arc-flash
load calculations
system design
gis modeling
regulatory compliance
- Distribution system load flow, coordination, & arc-flash studies
- Mentor junior engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and quality assurance.
- Perform load calculations, voltage drop analysis, and protective device coordination.
- Ensure compliance with utility standards, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and environmental regulations.
- Support project management activities, including scope, schedule, and budget tracking.
- Lead the design and analysis of electric distribution systems (4kV–35kV), including new line extensions, system upgrades, and reliability improvements.
- Prepare engineering deliverables such as plans and profile drawings, bill of materials, and construction specifications.
- Develop construction work packages using GIS, AutoCAD, and client-specific design tools.
- Coordinate with utility clients, permitting agencies, and internal teams to ensure project success.
What you bring
autocad
gis
cyme
pe license
bsc electrical
10+ years
- The ability to work nights and weekends as required to attend meetings or to meet demanding project schedules
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, CYME, or similar distribution modeling tools
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience with Milsoft WindMil E&A software is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
- Experience with O-Calc is a plus
- 10+ years of experience in electric distribution engineering, preferably with utility or consulting firms
- Ability to specify portions of the engineering systems based on past experience
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Strong knowledge of NESC, NEC, and utility design standards
- Flexible Work Environment
- Joint-use attachment reviews
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off + Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
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Company
Overview
18 Firms
Acquired Specialized Firms
The company expanded its capabilities by acquiring 18 specialized firms across various disciplines.
4 Years
National Expansion
The company achieved coast-to-coast expansion within four years, significantly scaling its operations.
- Fueled by a private‑equity partnership, it acquired over specialized firms—to build multidisciplinary capabilities.
- Financial backing has enabled rapid scale: within rapid scale coast‑to‑coast.
- Financial backing has enabled rapid scale: within four years, it expanded its service footprint and geographic reach coast‑to-coast.
- Typical projects range from site remediation and hydrology modeling to transportation infrastructure, energy‑sector consulting, and real estate environmental planning.
- Its Flow Labs combine century‑old hydraulic testing expertise with modern digital modeling to serve dams, nuclear, coastal, and flood‑control projects.
- It has bolstered western U.S. offerings by adding geology/geotechnical, water‑resources, EHS, and brownfields teams through targeted acquisitions.
- Unusually, it merged two legacy labs under one roof—creating one of the more unique in‑house fluid‑dynamics engineering operations in the consulting field.
9.1%
Low Voluntary Turnover
Maintains a low rate of voluntary employee turnover, reflecting high employee satisfaction.
65%
Intern Conversion Rate
Converts a significant portion of interns into full-time employees, showcasing commitment to talent development.
- Grounded in a people‑focused culture that prioritizes the well‑being of employees, clients, and communities.
- Doing things differently. Working together with employees to achieve shared goals.
- Invests in safety, education, wellness, and inclusive development programs.
78%
Project Alignment
78% of initiatives focus on environmental sustainability, energy transition, and water resource management.
15+
Sustainability Experts
A dedicated team of Envision Sustainability Professionals supporting certifications and sustainable practices.
2050
Net-zero Commitment
Committed to achieving net-zero GHG emissions by the year 2050.
- Alignment with Global Reporting Initiative Standards for sustainability strategy
- Completed first materiality assessment and EcoVadis rating
- Reduced emissions through cloud consolidation and updated carbon accounting
- Supports green hydrogen initiatives and DOE grant applications
- Delivered greenhouse‑gas inventories, analytics, reduction strategies and carbon management plans
20% Equity Offerings
Equity Offerings
Provides equity opportunities to 20% of its staff, demonstrating a commitment to equitable compensation structures.
16% Wellness Enrollment
Employee Wellness Program
A wellness platform has been adopted by 16% of employees, reflecting a focus on health and well-being initiatives.
9.1% Voluntary Turnover
Employee Retention
Maintains a voluntary turnover rate of 9.1%, which is aligned with industry benchmarks for retention.
65% Intern Conversion
Intern-to-Full-Time Rate
Successfully converts 65% of interns into full-time team members, showcasing a strong commitment to nurturing talent from within.
- Promotes employee development via inclusive development programs
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