Senior Distribution Engineer

Senior Distribution Engineer

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Onsite Flexibility

Onsite 100% onsite; no hybrid or remote work.

Contract Details

• Position Type: Right to Hire (potential for direct hire)
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $65.00 $73.00 / Hour (USD)
• Travel Requirements: Approximately 25% primarily day trips to project sites; occasional travel to Phoenix and other regional locations
• Relocation: Relocation assistance may be available for direct hire placements; relocation is generally not approved for contract hires.
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions, or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

Job Summary

The Senior Distribution Engineer will lead design project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on various 2.4kV to 34.5kV overhead and underground utility distribution projects. The Senior Distribution Engineer will lead the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical distribution plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design of distribution voltage packages for both overhead and underground projects, including distribution equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder design.
• Review various distribution calculations, including cable pulling, voltage drop, and pole loading calculations.
• Apply strong knowledge of NESC standards and utility standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.
• Participate in the development of project schedule, scope, budget, resource forecasting, and construction planning.
• Responsible for effective management of change orders.
• Apply knowledge and experience to complex projects to find non-standard design solutions.
• Oversee or perform Quality Control reviews of project deliverables.
• Oversee or perform construction administration activities.
• Lead field inspections for overhead and underground electric facilities on public and private electric utility systems.
• Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
• Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers, and contractors and develop new business opportunities.
• Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.
• Participate in sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits.
• Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction by mentoring less experienced engineers and designers.
• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
• Responsible for effective communication regarding vegetation management, third-party attachments, right-of-way, and outage planning.
• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Required Skills

• Expert knowledge of electrical distribution power flow.
• Strong knowledge of overhead and underground construction methods and distribution system equipment.
• Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Experience in distribution design software and GIS to aid in design.
• Expert knowledge regarding easements, right-of-way, and permitting for distribution projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with leading the design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members; ability to lead the execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills; ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
• Ability to travel.

Preferred Skills

• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

Education Requirements

One of the following educational pathways is required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program and a minimum of 7 years of distribution engineering experience (EPC project experience preferred); OR
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related Engineering Technology degree from an ABET-accredited program and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and a minimum of 7 years of distribution engineering experience (EPC project experience preferred); OR
• Master's Degree in Engineering and a minimum of 6 years of distribution engineering experience (EPC project experience preferred).

> Important: Engineering degree must be from an ABET-accredited program non-negotiable. Internship experience does not count toward the required years of experience.

Required Experience

• Minimum 7 years of distribution engineering experience (with a Bachelor's Degree pathway), or minimum 6 years with a Master's Degree; EPC project experience preferred.
• Internship experience does not count toward required experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client is a 100% employee-owned engineering, architecture, and construction firm operating across the infrastructure and utilities sector, with more than 125 years of experience building critical infrastructure. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, and operating from 75 offices across the United States and internationally, the firm employs more than 14,500 employee-owners and generates over $7.4 billion in annual revenue, serving sectors including energy, aviation, water, telecommunications, transportation, and healthcare.

What distinguishes this organization is its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) model every full-time employee is an owner, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, and shared investment in outcomes. The firm earns a 4.2 out of 5 stars on Glassdoor across more than 1,800 reviews, with 87% of employees recommending it as a workplace, and has been named a Glassdoor Best Places to Work multiple years running.

Teams span civil and structural engineers, architects, environmental scientists, construction managers, program management professionals, and distribution engineers who engage with complex, consequential, often one-of-a-kind projects from major airport expansions to large-scale energy infrastructure requiring creative problem-solving and deep technical expertise.

About GTT

GTT is an NMSDC-certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) headquartered in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. GTT is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, an Alaska-based company and one of the largest Alaska Native-owned corporations. An Inc. 5000 honoree and one of SIA's Best Staffing Firms to Work For, GTT connects professionals with Fortune 500 organizations across IT, engineering, construction, utilities, life sciences, financial services, and healthcare throughout the U.S. and Canada. We're committed to diverse, inclusive workplaces and to placing people in roles where they can do their best work.

Job Number: 26-10967 Industry: Engineering

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