Russell Tobin · 5 hours ago
Engineer 1 (Distribution Engineering)
Santa Ana, CA
Contract
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$32/hr - $36.91/hr
0+ years expRussell Tobin is seeking an Engineer 1 (Distribution Engineering) for one of the nation’s largest electric utilities. The role involves supporting the Field Engineering group with capital project scoping, field assessments, and process improvement initiatives.
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Hiring Manager
Rob Van Riet
Responsibilities
This contractor role supports the Field Engineering group within Distribution Engineering. The engineer will work closely with Field Engineering teams to support capital project scoping, field-based assessments, and process improvement initiatives
The role emphasizes technical analysis, documentation, and collaboration with internal stakeholders to enhance system reliability and efficiency
Conduct field assessments and power system modeling (e.g., load flow studies)
Support grid modernization, infrastructure replacement, and resiliency programs
Scope capital projects including overhead/underground conductor replacements, programmable capacitor control, and fuse upgrades
Document and track projects using SCE's Project Initiation Forms (PIFs) and Master Distribution Interface (MDI)
Provide recommendations and documentation for system and process improvements
Assist in training and guiding engineering teams on new tools and procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Working knowledge of the distribution grid, automated equipment, and telemetry systems
Ability to read and interpret electrical maps and schematics
Familiarity with Company applications (CYME, DMS, EMS, Circuit Viewer, ADMS, etc.)
Basic understanding of engineering principles and electric power flow
Experience with data validation, troubleshooting, and equipment testing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Power Apps) for reporting and analysis
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks
Effective communication and collaboration skills with engineers, field crews, and stakeholders
General knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform routine and moderately complex assignments for a specific discipline, installation, or service
Typically possesses zero to three years engineering experience
Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Must be capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments
This position requires an experienced and competent individual capable of successfully solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria
Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
Supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity)
A 401(k)-retirement savings
Life & disability insurance
An employee assistance program
Identity theft protection
Legal support
Auto and home insurance
Pet insurance
Employee discounts with some preferred vendors
Company
Russell Tobin
Russell Tobin is a staffing and recruiting company that provides recruitment and staffing advisory services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
John Woronowich, JD
Vice President - Search, Staffing & Embedded Partnerships
Ashley Steger
Director of Talent Acquisition and People Operations- Embedded Partnerships
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