DER Engineer I

K&A Power Group – is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources.

We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and forging meaningful, long-term relationships with our clients and communities, wherever they are in the world.

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Start your K&A Career:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Engineer I to join our team at K&A Power Group in Syracuse, NY. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations:

Engineer Services include but are not limited to the following:

• Determine customer needs/facility requirements and prepare feasibility study to include conceptual design and preliminary cost estimate.
• Develop final design, cost estimate and schedule.
• Prepare equipment and materials specifications.
• Support and train junior engineers through mentorship and day to day job shadowing
• Prepare Auto CAD drawings – to be used to bid/award construction.
• Perform field surveys and stakeouts.
• Acquire necessary permits and State/County/Municipality approvals.
• Coordinate the design and work process between the customer, contractors, trades, other utilities, municipality and others involved in the process.

Engineer will also be responsible for the following Survey and GPS Support Services

• Provide alternatives to completing specific projects,
• Complete preliminary surveying and layouts,
• Conduct field measurements and/or field survey to produce base plans for engineering design.
• Plan, conduct and document the final surveying maps:
• Develop final surveying, maps and layouts,

Utilize computer services as required in surveying and mapping activities

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Equivalent Education with 3+ years relevant experience required.
• Knowledge, experience and skills needed to review project plans, specifications, contract enforcement, and applicable technical standards, OSHA and other regulatory statutes.
• Detailed work experience in electrical overhead and underground distribution lines
• Knowledge of GPS & GIS systems are Required
• Knowledge of SAP
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Microsoft Word and Microsoft Project or Equivalent
• Must be willing to travel to construction sites on a day to day basis, attend meetings as needed

Pay Range $60,000—$70,000/year

Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:[MG1]

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account [JP2]
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with company match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Parking and Transit Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance