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Distribution Engineer

Jackson Purchase Energy Cooperative Paducah, KY

Paducah, KY

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$74k - $110k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Design Engineering Distribution Planning

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Job Description

Jackson Purchase Energy Cooperative (JPEC) is hiring a Distribution Engineer to support electric power system planning and applications engineering work. Based in Paducah, KY onsite, this role helps advance safe, reliable electric distribution through studies, planning support, coordination with operations, and project work that may include field time and non-standard hours.

What you’ll do

Support the planning, preparation, and implementation of system analysis and planning studies.
Assist in developing and implementing construction specifications and procedures.
Help prepare engineering drawings and staking for subdivision layouts, state highway projects, mapping records, and other assigned work.
Use tools including outage management systems, supervisory control and data acquisition systems, engineering analysis software, and mapping systems to help operations personnel develop and maintain a safe and reliable electric distribution system.
Contribute to sectionalizing studies and ensure proper system coordination.
Coordinate with JPEC operations supervisors, crews, and contractors to complete projects safely and efficiently.
Work with JPEC members to address questions or concerns.
Partner with staking personnel to help design work orders that meet member needs while following JPEC policies and procedures.
Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of engineering and operation agreements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required; electrical engineering preferred.
Specialized training in electric utility systems design and operation preferred.
Cooperative experience preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Ability to build thorough understanding of electric power distribution design, construction, and operation.
Ability to build thorough knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code, JPEC tariffs, policies and procedures, and Kentucky PSC rules and regulations.
Must be able to work non-standard hours and/or extended hours beyond the normal shift, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during emergencies in all weather conditions.
Physical ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods; lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and lift over 50 pounds occasionally.
Regular use of hands, fingers, and wrists for gripping, grasping, feeling, or twisting.
Occasional requirements to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Specific vision abilities: close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Operate a computer keyboard and mouse daily.
Must live within a 30-mile radius of JPEC headquarters, have a valid driver’s license, maintain good attendance and punctuality, travel as needed, and participate in designated training programs when necessary.

Tools and technologies

Outage management systems
Supervisory control and data acquisition systems
Engineering analysis software
Mapping systems
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Compensation and job details

Job type: Full-time
Location: Paducah, KY (onsite)
Salary: USD 74,000 - 110,000 per year
Work location: In person

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Application questions

What days of the week are you available for an in person interview?
How many years experience working in a electric utility do you have?
Have you designed or redesigned substations, electric utility line layouts, etc.?

Education: Bachelor’s (Required). License/Certification: Driver’s license (Required).

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1mo ago

Professional Electrical Engineer

DW Collier Engineering, Inc. Paducah, KY

Paducah, KY

1mo ago Closed

$85k - $120k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Senior AutoCAD

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 23, 2026).

Job Description

DW Collier Engineering, Inc. seeks a full-time Professional Electrical Engineer (PE) with a minimum of 3 years of electrical design experience for commercial and industrial projects, onsite in Paducah, KY.

Responsibilities

Perform the layout, analysis, and design of the electrical scope of work for commercial and industrial projects.
Oversee design activities for multiple designers and junior engineers.
Conduct quality checking procedures for Electrical Engineering work performed by others.
Resolve technical design conflicts as they arise during project development.
Ensure that designs are completed within the allotted timeframe.
Collaborate with engineers and designers to produce accurate technical drawings.
Ensure drawings comply with industry standards and project requirements.
Revit/Autocad experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
At least 3 years of relevant experience.
Ability to multi-task across projects and deadlines.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
In-depth knowledge of electrical codes and standards, including NFPA 70 National Electrical Code.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Technologies

Revit
Autocad

Compensation

USD 85,000 - 120,000 per year
Dependent on experience

Benefits

Competitive Salary
401(k) matching available after 1 year of service
Vacation
Company Paid Holidays
Health insurance
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Schedule

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime is very rarely required

Work Location

On site only
In person

Job Type

Full-time

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