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Medium Voltage Distribution Engineer

Stryker Corporation, Boise, ID, United States


Medium Voltage Distribution Engineer
Cushing Terrell is seeking a Medium Voltage Distribution Electrical Engineer to join our growing overhead distribution team. This hands‑on role offers the opportunity to design, deliver, and shape the firm’s distribution capabilities while working on substations, overhead, and underground distribution systems.

Position Salary Range
The expected salary range for this position is starting at $80,000 - $96,000 annually DOE.

Position Responsibilities

Design and develop electrical power substations and/or underground and overhead distribution lines

Produce and review one‑line diagrams, relaying diagrams, control schematics, grounding plans, site plans, and construction specifications

Ensure compliance with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and National Electrical Code (NEC)

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to produce high‑quality, coordinated construction documents

Contribute to the growth of the overhead distribution practice, gaining opportunities for skill development, mentorship, and long‑term career advancement

Consult with the client to determine functional requirements of new or renovated systems and/or projects and prepare information regarding design, specifications, estimated costs, and construction time

Collaborate with other disciplines to produce preliminary concepts and drawings such as developing

Produce plans, sections, and details under the direction of the Project Engineer or as the Project Engineer

Demonstrate an understanding of the NESC sections for Grounding, Electrical Supply Stations and Overhead and Underground Distribution Lines in the production of engineering calculations, design drawings, and specifications

Apply the NEC in production, including wire sizing, conduit types and sizing, grounding, clearance requirements, etc. in the production of engineering calculations, design drawings, and specifications.

Produce one‑line diagrams, metering and relaying diagrams, control schematics, grounding plans, physical plans and elevations, and construction specifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher education in Electrical Engineering

5+ years of job‑related experience including substation and/or underground and overhead distribution line design

Remote may be considered with 7+ years of experience.

Working knowledge of the NESC and the NEC

Licensed Professional Engineer (or on path to obtain) in the state of the hiring Cushing Terrell office

Intermediate knowledge of AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Outlook, Microsoft Office

Ability to design a substation system or power distribution system for small to medium size projects with minimal guidance from professional engineers from start to finish

Excellent working knowledge of substation and distribution systems components such as circuit breakers, transformers, switches, ground grid systems, support structures, foundations, lightning protection systems, electrical one‑line diagrams, three‑line diagrams, conduit & cable schedules, relay panels, and control buildings

Ability to collaborate and efficiently work on a team to produce high quality construction documents for projects

High level of quality control and ability to correct design issues

Analytical problem‑solving skills

Necessary mathematical skills

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of overhead distribution line design a plus

Substation Design BIM software and Distribution software experience a plus

Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team.

Things to Note

Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate’s years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job‑related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.

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