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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Power System Design Engineer - Entry Level - **Company:** Amentum Services, Inc. - **Location:** Tullahoma, TN, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $61,660.0 - $101,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Grid System, Distributed Systems, Health Information Management, Human-Computer Interaction, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Microsoft Office, Software Tools, Smartgrid - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/F0370AA69FA647B1BD394E43AC575D8D/job/ ## About the Role * A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program. * 0-3 years of experience in power distribution system design, implementation, or commissioning. * Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs. * Experience in software skills such as SKM, ETAP, SEL synchroWAVe, ArcPro is a plus. * An interest and background in electrical safety, electrical power distribution systems (including switchgear, substations, MCCs, PLCs, drive systems, protective relays, cable and wireway), lightning protection, grounding, lighting design, smart-grid systems, micro-grid systems, SCADA systems, and challenging projects. * A desire to develop ingenious alternative approaches to challenges, and drive innovation during all phases of projects. * A drive to participate on teams or alone to design, develop, and deliver power system projects. * An ability to lead single and multi-discipline engineering teams to generate future workloads, deliver on project promises, and encourage and mentor colleagues. * US Citizenship ## Description * Developing drawings including one-line diagrams, elementary wiring diagrams, power system plans, lighting plans, and installation details. * Designing power distribution systems that include load flow analysis, short circuit analysis, arc flash analysis, system safety, human safety, and other advanced systems. * Developing power distribution protection schemes with coordination studies, transfer schemes, etc. * Perform load calculations for sizing electrical components, cables, conduit, and equipment spacing * Specify major electrical system components including substations, switchgear, distribution panels, MCCs, transformers, disconnects, and drives for low and medium voltage AC and DC systems. * Design lighting systems for test facilities including specification and analysis of illumination levels and lighting quality * Developing interfaces to facility equipment using hardwired interfaces and industrial networks. * Appling NEC, NESC, NFPA 70E, and other applicable codes in developing state-of-the-art solutions for the client. * Providing quality system processes such as checking the work of others, following standard procedures, and ensuring compliance to codes and standards. * Supporting hardware assembly and fabrication during factory and onsite installation. * Performing power system startup, checkout, and commissioning, both domestically and abroad. * Communicating with clients and management regarding project status. * Coordinating with other engineering disciplines and departments to ensure success. * Estimating system design, material, installation, checkout, commissioning, and activation of projects. * Planning labor resources and scheduling project milestones to ensure project completion within technical scope, budget, and client schedule. * Developing proposals to capture future work with current clients and new markets. * Leading power system projects through all phases to include design, fabrication, implementation, testing and commissioning., Unusual or Special Physical Requirements of Position * Lifting 50 lbs. (<5%) * Maneuver in and around facility equipment for field measurements or troubleshooting (<5%) * Proximity to electrical circuits up to 120VAC (<5%) * Proximity to electrical circuits up to 161kVAC (5%-15%) * Special clothing/equipment may include appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including eye protection, hearing protection, arc flash protection, shock protection, etc. (5%-15%) Description of Work Environment * Office, lab environment, or indoors on a construction site (>90%) * Field work outside (5%-15%) * Travel to customer sites for meetings, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting (>10%) Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks * General office equipment (>80%) * Power Distribution devices such as Transformers, Switchgear, Motor Control Centers (MCCs), Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), servo drives, industrial instrumentation, data acquisition measurement systems, etc. (>50%) * Multimeters (5%-15%) * Power Quality Meters (5%-15%) * Handheld electrical tools such as strippers, cutters, crimpers, terminators, etc. (5%-15%) Criticality of Attendance * Regular attendance in office is mandatory * Work hours four 9-hour days and 4-hour Friday * Overtime to meet project schedules and milestones (10%-20%) * Field assignments that include 2nd or 3rd shift (5%-15%) * Field work attendance and punctuality is critical ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [ Secure Code Superstars: Empowering Developers and Surpassing Security Challenges Together](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/422-secure-code-superstars-empowering-developers-and-surpassing-security-challenges-together) - [Learn Enough Design to Be Dangerous](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/577-learn-enough-design-to-be-dangerous) - [Old tools, new tricks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1916-old-tools-new-tricks) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Software stack under and over the hood of the fastest accelerating car in the world](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/221-software-stack-under-and-over-the-hood-of-the-fastest-accelerating-car-in-the-world) ## Related Articles - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)