Distribution Engineer at Current Edge Solutions, LLC in Savannah, GA

Description:

Current Edge Solutions, LLC is a service-disabled veteran-owned and operated full-service firm specializing in Utility Engineering, Commercial and Industrial Electrical Engineering, Electrical Contracting Services, and Generator Sales and Service. With over 70 employees and various locations across the Southeast, the company provides the full suite of electrical services and solutions including planning, designing, engineering, consulting, generator sales and electrical construction services. Current Edge Solutions delivers projects of the highest caliber facilitated by a team with proven experience and a trusted network of utility and electrical contracting resources.

About the role:

Our Utility Services Division is seeking an experienced Distribution Engineer to work with us in one of our two Georgia offices in Savannah or Augusta. Reporting to the Senior Project Engineer, you will be working on a variety of projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee multiple projects including service design, estimation, and coordination of construction for residential, new business, government, commercial, and industrial projects (both overhead and underground).
• Design and evaluate electrical power systems and distribution circuits for both low and high voltage, adhering to current utility standards.
• Work closely with permit agencies, right-of-way specialists, system owners, field leaders, forestry experts, and third-party owners for joint-use pole permits.
• Ensure quality control and promote safe work practices while maintaining compliance with project timelines, budgets, and scope.
• Foster strong relationships with internal teams (sales, coordinators, billing, and leadership).
• Conduct site visits, perform inspections, identify hazards, and ensure engineering designs align with construction requirements.
• Provide customers with project updates, schedule changes, and progress reports.
• Develop accurate design cost estimates, ensuring all materials and labor are accounted for.
• Manage design/engineering/estimating deliverables to ensure timely project completion.
• Review and reconcile construction charges upon project completion.
• Close out jobs in a timely manner and ensure monthly compliance.
• Assist other departments with project designs, site assessments, and project closeouts as needed.
• Perform reviews of other engineers' work, ensuring accuracy in submittals such as structural analysis, guying calculations, conductor sag calculations, voltage drop assessments, and flicker evaluations.
• Ensure all documentation complies with regulatory and safety standards.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, or equivalent utility design experience.
• 2-5 years' experience in electrical distribution, power systems, or related engineering fields.
• Proficient in electrical distribution design, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements.
• CAD or GIS proficiency is a plus.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations (e.g. IEEE, NEC, OSHA).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to apply creative problem-solving skills to complex work designs.
• Collaborative team player with a willingness to learn.
• Commitment to adhering to Client Safety requirements, design, and quality standards.
• Proactive in taking ownership of distribution projects and resolving issues.
• Ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Availability to work after hours for local and out-of-town storm restoration.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with utility estimating software.
• Knowledge of Georgia utility operations is a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Position Details:

• Location: This is an in-office position in Savannah or Augusta
• FLSA Status: Salaried, Exempt
• Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday to Friday, with occasional travel
• Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly
• Travel: Up to 25%, including local and out-of-town travel.

Physical Requirements:

• The role combines office work (desk, computer, and phone) and occasional fieldwork.
• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Site visits may require navigating diverse spaces and terrains, sometimes with heavy equipment.
• Adherence to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements as per safety policies (e.g., safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, etc.).

Eligibility Requirements:

• Successful completion of pre-employment background check, drug screening and motor vehicle record screenings.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.
• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Current Edge Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: Starting at $75,000 per year (commensurate with experience).

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Health, Dental, Vision and other Voluntary Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Life Insurance

• 10 Paid Holidays