Design Engineer II - Electric Utilities

What You’ll Do:

As a Design Engineer II in the Sacramento area, you’ll be the go-to expert for electrical distribution design and constructability, leading projects across overhead, underground, and system hardening initiatives. You’ll take start-to-finish ownership of projects, from performing pole loading calculations and conducting pole analysis, to updating maps, creating AutoCAD drawings, surveying existing facilities, and delivering construction-ready design packages to field teams.

You’ll frequently collaborate with internal teams, coordinating across multiple moving parts to keep projects on track and ensure quality and accuracy. You’ll also meet with clients and construction crews to review designs, discuss project execution, and ensure the final deliverables meet client expectations.

In addition to project delivery, you’ll serve as a technical leader, mentoring team members, reviewing designs, and contributing to the continuous improvement of the team’s knowledge and processes. This role combines hands-on design work, client interaction, and team leadership, giving you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both projects and people.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university


• 3–5 years of experience in electrical distribution design 


• Experience with design review, client-facing support, and construction coordination


• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SAP, O-Calc, and other utility design software (AUD preferred)

What We Offer: 

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation. 


• Opportunities for professional growth and career development. 


• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, retirement program with a company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules. 


•  This position pays between $77,000and $80,000 annually and is an exempt position. Benefits offered include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan with company match. Also offered are tuition reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident and hospitalization plans. HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available. These benefits are subject to employee contribution amounts generally set annually. Full-time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours. May be eligible for discretionary bonus as determined by the company.

Why Join Us?  

At ENTRUST Solutions Group, we are a community of over 3,000 dedicated professionals committed to our clients and each other. As an ENR Top 100 company, we provide comprehensive engineering, consulting, and automation services to various industries, including gas and electric utilities, telecommunication service providers, pipeline operators, and industrial companies. We are a forward-thinking organization dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive success. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. 

We believe in fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect, where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. If you are passionate about Electrical Engineering and looking for a place to grow your career, we would love to hear from you! 

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ENTRUST Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. 

Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this website or directly to managers. ENTRUST does not accept unsolicited headhunter or agency resumes and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with ENTRUST Solutions Group. 

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