Senior Distribution Engineer – PPL Electric Utilities

About the role

KDM Engineering is seeking an experienced Senior Distribution Engineer to join our growing team in Pennsylvania. In this role, you’ll lead distribution engineering projects, provide technical guidance across project teams, and help deliver safe, reliable, and constructible engineering solutions for utility clients. You’ll work on challenging projects, collaborate directly with clients, mentor developing engineers, and play an important role in strengthening KDM’s growing distribution capabilities in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Leads projects and project team in the execution of several mid-to-large scale projects
• Communicates and coordinates project activities with internal team members
• Perform Quality Assurance (QA) design reviews and Peer Reviews for all project documents
• Performs peer reviews and mentors project team members
• Assists in the preparation of scoping documents and fees
• Prepares and reviews project drawings in TED
• Resolves design questions and technical concerns
• Provides excellent client/customer service

Requirements

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (Preferred)
• P.E. (Preferred)
• 8 years minimum of experience with Distribution Design, experience preferred
• Knowledge of PPL Electric Utilities standards and distribution design practices is preferred
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards
• Ability to interface effectively with clients, employees, and management team is essential
• Motivated to continually take on more responsibility and lead the team

Benefits

• Medical insurance with HMO, PPO, and HDHP options, including HSA
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Pet insurance discounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with Traditional and Roth options
• Front-loaded PTO for full-time employees
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Volunteer PTO up to 40 hours
• Paid parental leave up to 8 weeks of maternity leave and 4 weeks of parental leave
• Professional sabbatical 3 weeks of paid leave every 5 years
• Career growth opportunities
• Professional development funding
• PE licensure support and exam reimbursement
• Mentorship opportunities
• Project leadership exposure

Pay

$110,000 - $140,000 per year

Schedule

Hybrid work arrangement based in Chesterbrook, PA