Engineer I- Electrical Distribution Design (Early Career)

Kickstart Your Engineering Career—Design the Systems That Power Communities.

Join Asplundh Engineering Services and begin your engineering journey with hands‑on design experience, structured training, and opportunities to grow your technical expertise in utility distribution systems.

As anEngineer I, you will support the design and development of electrical distribution projects for major utility clients. You’ll learn to translate field data and engineering principles into accurate, construction‑ready job plans that meet customer standards. With guidance from senior engineers, you will build a strong technical foundation and progress toward independent project ownership.

What You’ll Need To Be Successful

• ABET‑accredited degree inElectrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering
• EIT or Professional Engineer (PE) license a plus
• Prior field experience preferredStrong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Effective communication skills
• CAD experience (AutoCAD or MicroStation) a plus
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

• Maintain a safe working environment during both office and field assignments
• Gather and analyze field and technical data to support distribution design
• Develop cost‑effective designs aligned with utility standards
• Assist in permitting coordination with municipalities
• Support construction teams to resolve design questions
• Participate in field work as required to support design development
• Communicate effectively with project teams
• Manage time efficiently to meet project benchmarks
• Other duties as assigned

Applicants must be comfortable performing field work as needed. Safety protocols—including PPE, hard hats, eye/ear protection, and proper footwear—are strictly enforced. Fieldwork may require walking, standing, and carrying equipment for extended periods.

CAREER GROWTH

Engineer I roles lead to advancement into Engineer II, Engineer III, or specialized engineering/leadership positions within AES.

About Us

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) brings over 100 years of expertise to deliver top-notch engineering, design, planning, and testing services for transmission, distribution, substation, and renewable infrastructure markets across the U.S.

An Asplundh Company

As part of the Asplundh family, AES benefits from extensive resources and a century of experience. Together, we provide utilities with comprehensive end-to-end services, from design to construction, testing, and maintenance, ensuring reliability and peace of mind.

Our Commitment

At AES, we believe in tackling challenges together with our customers, leveraging our collective experience and resources to achieve success in every project.

Important Information For Applicants

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.