Distribution Engineer

Location: Houston, Texas, United States, San Antonio, Texas, United States, Dallas, Texas, United States, Austin, Texas, United States, Fort Worth, Texas, United States

Department: Phasor USA, LLC

Workplace: on_site

Employment Type: full

Description

About Us 
PHASOR Engineering USA LLC. is a dynamic consulting firm specializing in the engineering and design of overhead and underground transmission and distribution systems, substations, fiber optic networks, and related infrastructure. Our team supports projects across the full lifecycle—from conceptual design through commissioning and startup—serving utilities, industrial clients, and municipalities. 

Position Overview 
We are seeking a highly motivated Distribution Engineer to join our engineering team on a full-time basis. This role can be based in Texas. You’ll work alongside an experienced technical team in a fast-paced environment, contributing to a wide range of projects and gaining exposure to all aspects of the engineering and design process. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Support the design of overhead and underground electric distribution systems ranging from 4kV to 69kV.  

• Prepare detailed scopes of work, cost estimates, engineering calculations, and design drawings in accordance with applicable utility standards, U.S. national codes, and industry best practices (e.g., NESC, IEEE).  

• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders (utilities, municipalities, contractors) to gather design requirements and ensure project alignment.  

• Utilize industry-standard software such as QuickPole, SpidaCalc, and/or PLS-CADD for line design and analysis.  

• Perform or support aerial line inspections and assessments for distribution and joint-use (communications) infrastructure.  

• Apply relevant U.S. standards including the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and applicable state/local regulations.  

• Assist with permitting processes, including coordination with DOTs, railroads, cities, and counties across Texas.  

• Collect, interpret, and organize engineering, survey, and vendor data.  

• Identify and help resolve technical and project-related challenges in collaboration with senior engineers.  

• Support the development and maintenance of internal engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.  

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project schedules and deliverables are met.  

Requirements

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.  

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience in electric utility distribution design.  

• Strong understanding of overhead and underground distribution systems.  

• Proficiency with design tools such as QuickPole, SpidaCalc, and/or PLS-CADD.  

• Familiarity with NESC, IEEE standards, and utility design practices in the U.S.  

• Knowledge of permitting requirements across Texas (TxDOT, municipalities, rail crossings, etc.) is an asset.  

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain) is preferred.  

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.  

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.  

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.  

Benefits

• Dental care 

• Disability insurance 

• Employee assistance program 

• Extended health care 

• Life insurance 

• On-site gym 

• On-site parking 

• Paid time off 

• 401K  

• Vision care 

• Wellness program