Distribution Engineer — Greater St. Louis Area

Job overview

The Distribution Engineer role is remote, with candidates required to reside within commuting distance of the Greater St. Louis, MO area. Compensation is $71,000–$134,000 annually. Orbital Engineering’s Utility Services Department supports utility and communications companies with engineering and construction operations. The engineer develops distribution design packages and supports pole attachment and power delivery improvement projects. The work combines design, field data, calculations, quality review, and client coordination to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective electric distribution systems.

What you'll do

• Develop overhead and underground distribution construction packages
• assist with 2.4kV–34kV line design
• prepare and revise drawings and as-built documents
• assist with proposals, estimates, and schedules
• review work for quality
• prepare calculations and equipment specifications
• inspect and record field conditions
• apply applicable safety and engineering standards
• communicate with clients and project teams
• travel overnight or for extended periods as project assignments require.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

distribution engineer

remote

greater st. louis mo

orbital engineering

utility services

electric distribution

pole attachment programs

power delivery

overhead and underground design

fieldwork

$71k–$134k annually

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k)
• supplemental insurance
• company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• company-paid short-term disability
• paid time off
• and career advancement opportunities.

Why this role

Remote work is available for candidates based near Greater St. Louis; fieldwork and overnight or extended travel may be required based on project assignment.

About the employer

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.