Sigma Technologies, Ltd. · 1 day ago
Distribution Engineer – Planning & Protection (Remote)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expSigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm that supports major power and telecommunications utilities. They are seeking a Distribution Engineer – Planning & Protection to support electric distribution engineering programs, focusing on circuit evaluation, distribution system modeling, and system reliability improvements.
CRMInformation TechnologyTelecommunications
Hiring Manager
Joe E.
Responsibilities
Perform circuit planning and protection studies, including circuit evaluation, load allocation, load flow, and fault analysis
Model and analyze distribution systems using CYME / CYMDIST, CYMTCC, and WindMil
Develop, review, and recommend overcurrent protection schemes and protective device coordination
Design and evaluate fusing strategies and circuit tie configurations to improve system reliability
Apply protective system design principles for circuit breakers, reclosers, fuses, and sectionalizers
Assess and help mitigate arc flash hazards on distribution systems
Recommend engineering improvements aligned with safety, reliability, and cost objectives
Prepare technical documentation, reports, and engineering recommendations for internal teams and utility clients
Collaborate with engineers, planners, designers, and stakeholders to support project execution
Support additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
2+ years of hands-on experience in distribution planning, circuit protection, or electric distribution engineering
Hands-on experience with CYME (including CYMDIST/CYMTCC) and/or WindMil
Experience with circuit evaluation, circuit tie development, and system reliability improvements
Strong understanding of distribution protective devices and coordination concepts
Familiarity with protective system design principles and distribution planning methodologies
Experience performing or supporting arc flash hazard analysis on distribution systems
Ability to evaluate engineering tradeoffs and make sound, defensible recommendations
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Authorization to work in the United States is required
Must be willing to travel as needed, including overnight
Ability to work during core work hours of 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday-Friday – occasional weekend work may be required
Must be able to sit and utilize a computer keyboard, computer monitor, and telephone for prolonged periods of time
Must have the physical ability to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing notes, and viewing a computer terminal; these activities require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Must have the physical ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, often in a group setting
Must have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication
Benefits
No-cost monthly healthcare plan option for employees
Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma
401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
Education and professional licensing assistance programs
Company
Sigma Technologies, Ltd.
Sigma Technologies is a leading engineering and design firm specializing in infrastructure solutions for the power and telecom industries.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (2)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ryan Hetrick
President
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