Distribution Designer

OpportunityStantec is hiring Distribution Designers to join our Power Delivery group. This role involves working on a wide variety of projects, including transmission, distribution, substation, converter stations, telecom, protection and control, renewable energy, and generation.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform site visits for field data collection and verification of existing distribution lines, facilities, and project requirements.Prepare cost estimates on design and fielding efforts.Perform detailed design and engineering calculations of overhead electric distribution systems to comply with client standards, specifications, and relevant industry standards (NESC, GO95, GO128, etc.).Develop bill of material required for construction based upon client standards and preferences.Develop permit drawings as necessary to accommodate construction.Support day‐to‐day project activities from inception through engineering, construction, and commissioning.Function as project engineer on assigned projects.Report project progress to the senior engineer.Capabilities and CredentialsWorking knowledge of design, construction, O&M of overhead and underground distribution lines below 34.5 kV.Experience with IkeGPS or other GPS field data collection platforms is desirable.PLS‐CADD, PLS‐Pole, and OCalc experience is desirable.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects with various due dates.Travel is expected.Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree in engineering preferred or a 2‐year associate degree.Minimum 3 years of utility experience (electric, water, gas, or telecom).Work EnvironmentTypical office environment involves working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to inclement weather.Pay RangeLocations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas: $62,900.00 - $88,100.00 AnnuallyPay TransparencyIn compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Final compensation is based on education, qualifications, experience, and work location. Certain roles are bonus eligible.Benefits SummaryRegular full‐time and part‐time employees (≥20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‐term/long‐term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid family leave.Regular full‐time and part‐time employees receive ten paid holidays each calendar year and accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year, with paid sick leave as per state and local law.Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave in accordance with state and local law.Benefits may differ for union positions, governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.Location & DetailsPrimary Location: United States | NV | RenoOrganization: BC-2242 E&R-US NorthwestEmployee Status: RegularBusiness Justification: New PositionTravel: YesSchedule: Full timeJob Posting: 02/03/2026 03:03:32Req ID: 1004601Equal Employment OpportunityStantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Stantec prohibits discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec complies with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Stantec is committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments during recruitment, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.#J-18808-Ljbffr