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ENTRUST Solutions Group · 1 day ago

Design Engineer - (Electric Distribution)

ENTRUST Solutions Group is a community of dedicated professionals committed to providing engineering, consulting, and automation services. The Design Engineer will work on electric distribution system designs, collaborate with team members, and ensure adherence to project specifications while gaining hands-on utility project experience.

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Responsibilities

Work on electric distribution system designs for subdivisions, apartment complexes, mixed-use developments, and other utility projects
Apply technical knowledge to engineering designs, ensuring adherence to project specifications, scope, cost, schedule, and quality requirements
Collaborate closely with Designers and Drafters to complete design packages
Support the preparation of simple designs or portions of larger projects, including calculations, drawings, and analysis
Gain hands-on experience with CAD programs and engineering analysis tools (e.g., DDS, PoleForeman, O-Calc)
Lead design development for smaller or less complex projects and support senior engineers on technically advanced projects
Apply industry codes and standards, including RUS, NESC, and utility-specific guidelines
Conduct field inspections (up to 20%) to gather design data and support construction coordination
Communicate challenges related to scope, cost, schedule, or quality clearly and professionally
Identify information that should be communicated to clients and stakeholders through team leads and project managers
Self-check design work prior to reviews; participate in peer and QC reviews
Perform additional related duties as assigned, including fielding work or project documentation

Qualification

Electric distribution designCAD softwareUtility design standardsField inspectionsClient-facing experienceCommunication skillsConstruction coordinationTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred) from an ABET-accredited university
1–3 years of electric distribution design experience, preferably with a utility or engineering consulting firm
Foundational experience in utility distribution network design, overhead/underground layouts, pole line design, transformer sizing, and service planning
Knowledge of electric distribution design software such as DDS, PoleForeman, and O-Calc
Client-facing experience and strong communication skills
Ability to support construction coordination activities
Willingness to travel up to 10–20%

Preferred

Hands-on experience with CAD or MicroStation
Field experience related to electric distribution infrastructure
Experience with DDS design software tool is a plus
Proficiency in asset management systems
Familiarity with utility design standards, permitting, and construction support processes
Background in utility design or distribution engineering

Benefits

Generous paid time off
Retirement program with a company match
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work schedules
Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan with company match
Voluntary life
Disability
Critical illness
Accident and hospitalization plans
HSA or FSA medical accounts
FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts
PTO hours
Discretionary bonus as determined by the company

Company

ENTRUST Solutions Group

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ENTRUST Solutions Group offers power engineering, consulting, and automation services to the pipeline, gas, and utility industries.

H1B Sponsorship

ENTRUST Solutions Group has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (5)
2024 (10)
2023 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2023-08-07Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Adam Biggam
Chief Executive Officer
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Steve Conley CPA MBA
Chief Financial Officer
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