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Remote Power Distribution Engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed infrastructure teams, and engineering consultancies in utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors. Employers hiring remotely right now include Roxtec, Eaton, and MasTec. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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MasTec Professional Services provides end-to-end engineering, design, and integrated services to the power, oil & gas pipeline, and gas distribution industries across the country. With a genesis in construction and a skilled team of multidiscipline engineers and project management professionals, the company delivers best-in-class infrastructure solutions, including design, asset integrity management, feasibility studies, surveys, constructability reviews, turnkey delivery services, and more. MasTec Professional Services creates collaborative partnerships with clients by building trust and consistently delivering the highest standards of performance.
MasTec Professional Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.
MasTec Professional Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MPS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.
Job Summary
The Power Distribution Designer/Engineer will work on electric utility aerial and underground distribution design projects and be responsible for field surveying, traffic control, field notes and sketches. Project types will include design of aerial and underground electric network distribution lines. Will work under the supervision of a Area or Program Manager and be responsible for development, technical expertise, QA/QC of junior staff.
** Position may be Hybrid: Local residents of Richmond, VA encouraged to apply*
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, designers, and drafters to deliver the most cost effective and highest quality infrastructure solutions.
- Coordinate design/review of distribution projects for a utility, including preparation and review of bill of materials, clearance requests, permit applications, and equipment and labor units.
- Perform field inspections and evaluations of distribution electrical systems.
- Produce detailed design documentation including utility design system, line layout/routing, overhead and underground distribution, and identification of conflicting utilities.
- Contributes to and implements design modifications to improve quality of projects and process improvements.
- Apply design standards to underground and aerial pole line, including: Pole Replacement, Primary Service, and Reliability/Maintenance Design.
Minimum
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent related experience with the design of electrical distribution systems for Engineer Designation. Senior designer has no Education requirement.
- 5-10 years of experience in the Power Distribution industry.
- Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook required.
- Must have a current valid driver’s license with a clean driving record for up to the past 5 years.
Preferred
- Familiarity with electrical standards including National Electric Code (NEC) and National Electric Safety Code (NESC) preferred.
- Experience with AUD, SpidaCalc, eWam, and Dominion Energy Design standards extremely preferred.
- Experience with QA/QC of other designers and engineering work.
- Exceptionally strong technical knowledge of distribution power and design
Physical Demands and Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and scanners.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is primarily sedentary, with some filing or lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan, and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).
Equal Employment Opportunity:
MasTec Professional Services provides end-to-end engineering, design, and integrated services to the power, oil & gas pipeline, and gas distribution industries across the country. With a genesis in construction and a skilled team of multidiscipline engineers and project management professionals, the company delivers best-in-class infrastructure solutions, including design, asset integrity management, feasibility studies, surveys, constructability reviews, turnkey delivery services, and more. MasTec Professional Services creates collaborative partnerships with clients by building trust and consistently delivering the highest standards of performance.
MasTec Professional Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.
MasTec Professional Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MPS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.
Job Summary
The Power Distribution Designer/Engineer will work on electric utility aerial and underground distribution design projects and be responsible for field surveying, traffic control, field notes and sketches. Project types will include design of aerial and underground electric network distribution lines. Will work under the supervision of a Area or Program Manager and be responsible for development, technical expertise, QA/QC of junior staff.
** Position may be Hybrid: Local residents of Richmond, VA encouraged to apply*
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, designers, and drafters to deliver the most cost effective and highest quality infrastructure solutions.
- Coordinate design/review of distribution projects for a utility, including preparation and review of bill of materials, clearance requests, permit applications, and equipment and labor units.
- Perform field inspections and evaluations of distribution electrical systems.
- Produce detailed design documentation including utility design system, line layout/routing, overhead and underground distribution, and identification of conflicting utilities.
- Contributes to and implements design modifications to improve quality of projects and process improvements.
- Apply design standards to underground and aerial pole line, including: Pole Replacement, Primary Service, and Reliability/Maintenance Design.
Minimum
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent related experience with the design of electrical distribution systems for Engineer Designation. Senior designer has no Education requirement.
- 5-10 years of experience in the Power Distribution industry.
- Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook required.
- Must have a current valid driver’s license with a clean driving record for up to the past 5 years.
Preferred
- Familiarity with electrical standards including National Electric Code (NEC) and National Electric Safety Code (NESC) preferred.
- Experience with AUD, SpidaCalc, eWam, and Dominion Energy Design standards extremely preferred.
- Experience with QA/QC of other designers and engineering work.
- Exceptionally strong technical knowledge of distribution power and design
Physical Demands and Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and scanners.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is primarily sedentary, with some filing or lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan, and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).
Equal Employment Opportunity:
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote power distribution engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field
- Experience with power system analysis software such as ETAP, SKM, or PSS/E
- Proficiency in substation design, protection and control, and relay coordination
- Professional Engineer license or Engineer-in-Training with path to PE
- Familiarity with NERC standards, NEC, and IEEE electrical codes
- Experience with AutoCAD or other electrical drafting and design tools
Tips for Your Remote Power Distribution Engineer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote power distribution engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings.
Build a portfolio of distribution design work
Remote employers can't observe your process on-site, so your deliverables carry the full weight. Compile ETAP load flow studies, short-circuit analyses, or protection coordination reports you've completed and make them easy to share during screening.
Demonstrate async communication in your application
Remote power distribution teams rely on written handoffs and documented decisions. Your cover letter and any take-home exercise should show you can explain complex protection schemes, fault analysis, or design rationale clearly in writing, without a whiteboard.
Highlight remote-ready tools in your resume
Call out specific software you use independently: ETAP, SKM PowerTools, AutoCAD Electrical, or PSCAD. Remote hiring managers screen for candidates who can run simulations and produce deliverables without needing in-person software setup or IT hand-holding.
Remote Power Distribution Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote power distribution engineer job?
Target remote-first engineering firms, renewable energy developers, and utilities that run distributed technical teams. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and comfort with async collaboration tools like Confluence or Jira. Proficiency in ETAP, SKM PowerTools, or AutoCAD Electrical, combined with a portfolio of completed distribution design projects, gives candidates a concrete edge.
Which companies hire remote power distribution engineers?
Companies hiring remote power distribution engineers right now include Roxtec, Eaton, and MasTec, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first engineering consultancies, renewable energy developers, and distributed utility teams across sectors including energy, infrastructure, and industrial manufacturing.
Can you get a remote power distribution engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because you'll need to work independently from day one without on-site mentorship. Renewable energy startups and smaller engineering consultancies are more open to junior candidates. Showing completed design projects, relevant coursework, or internship deliverables in a portfolio demonstrates you can contribute without close supervision.
Do you need a degree for remote power distribution engineer jobs?
Usually, but demonstrated hands-on competency can carry real weight alongside or instead of a formal credential. Most remote employers expect a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, and a PE license strengthens any application. Candidates who show strong ETAP modeling work, relay coordination experience, or completed distribution designs often stand out regardless of degree type.
Which industries hire the most remote power distribution engineers?
The sectors hiring the most remote power distribution engineers are Energy, Manufacturing, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These industries rely on distributed engineering teams to design, analyze, and support power distribution systems across geographically spread infrastructure without requiring engineers on a single central site.
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