Electric Engineer
Summary
Office-based engineering design for electric distribution and fiber communication systems, with field visits, inspections, construction support, troubleshooting, and storm response as needed. Requires an ABET electrical engineering degree, 1-3 years’ experience, and a valid driver’s license; PE in Tennessee preferred.
Highlights
- Benefits
- Health benefits, 401(k) match, PTO, 11 paid holidays, educational assistance
- Work Arrangement
- On-Site
- Schedule
- Monday - Friday
- Experience
- 1-3 years related experience; 3+ years preferred
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Hours Per Week
- 40+ hours
- License Required
- Valid driver's license; PE license preferred
- Travel Required
- Field visits and field activities may be required
- Physical Requirements
- Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling; bending, stooping, reaching
- Drug Test
- Drug screen may be required
- Background Check
- Background investigation required
- Department
- New Service
- Type
- Full-Time
Job description
Salary: $70,400.00 - $115,000.00 Annually
Location : 4505 Middlebrook Pike Knoxville, TN
Job Type: Full-Time/Regular
Job Number: 01311
Department: New Service
Opening Date: 08/25/2026
Closing Date: 9/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Classification: Engineer
Work Hours: 40+ hours / week: M - F
About KUB: KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 520,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission-driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.
About the Role: Prepare detailed engineering estimates, calculations, designs, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents for electric distribution, and fiber communication systems using computer-aided engineering and drafting tools. Apply engineering principles and sound technical judgment to develop reliable, cost-effective, and maintainable solutions while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and KUB engineering practices.
This position will work with internal and external customers to develop project specific estimates and designs. Coordination with multiple departments and groups may be required including external agencies to facilitate constructability options and solutions. Support project scope, schedules, budgets, equipment selection, material specifications, permitting, and project documentation while providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle. Perform field engineering, inspections, construction support, troubleshooting, and design modifications to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with engineering intent and quality standards. Participate in long-range capital improvement planning, system improvements, and storm response activities as required.
Qualifications
Physical Requirements:
This position is primarily sedentary and performed in an office environment however field visits and field activities may be required. Duties involve sitting or standing most of the time with occasional walking or standing. Field visits may include emergency response activities beyond normal business hours. The role may require occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of items. Bending, stooping, or reaching may occasionally be required. Physical demands may vary by position and may occasionally exceed those described above.
Minimum Requirements:
Please note that due to job responsibilities, KUB does not provide immigration sponsorship for and/or based on this position.
Preferred Requirements:
Selection Process
About the Selection Process:
Phase 1 - Apply online at www.kub.org
Phase 2 - Experience, training, and education evaluation
Phase 3 - Interview with department representatives
Phase 4 - Written, performance, and behavioral exercises
Phase 5 - Background Investigation
Phase 6 - Physical assessment and/or drug screen*
*KUB is part of the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program
If special accommodations are needed at any phase of the selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance.
Knoxville Utilities Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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If you would like to attach a resume to your application, please make sure it is attached in the "Attachments" section.
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If you answered "Career/Job Fair," Employee Referral," or "Other" to the 'how did you first hear about this opportunity' question, please include details here. If 'no,' please type "N/A" in the text box.
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Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
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This position requires working on-site. Are you able to consistently work from our office during the required schedule?
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How many years of professional experience do you have in engineering design?
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Describe why you are interested in this position and working at KUB.
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Have you interviewed with KUB in the past? If so, for what position?
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Describe your reasons for leaving your jobs within the past seven years.
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Location : 4505 Middlebrook Pike Knoxville, TN
Job Type: Full-Time/Regular
Job Number: 01311
Department: New Service
Opening Date: 08/25/2026
Closing Date: 9/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Classification: Engineer
Work Hours: 40+ hours / week: M - F
About KUB: KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 520,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission-driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.
About the Role: Prepare detailed engineering estimates, calculations, designs, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents for electric distribution, and fiber communication systems using computer-aided engineering and drafting tools. Apply engineering principles and sound technical judgment to develop reliable, cost-effective, and maintainable solutions while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and KUB engineering practices.
This position will work with internal and external customers to develop project specific estimates and designs. Coordination with multiple departments and groups may be required including external agencies to facilitate constructability options and solutions. Support project scope, schedules, budgets, equipment selection, material specifications, permitting, and project documentation while providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle. Perform field engineering, inspections, construction support, troubleshooting, and design modifications to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with engineering intent and quality standards. Participate in long-range capital improvement planning, system improvements, and storm response activities as required.
Qualifications
Physical Requirements:
This position is primarily sedentary and performed in an office environment however field visits and field activities may be required. Duties involve sitting or standing most of the time with occasional walking or standing. Field visits may include emergency response activities beyond normal business hours. The role may require occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of items. Bending, stooping, or reaching may occasionally be required. Physical demands may vary by position and may occasionally exceed those described above.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited four-year college or university
- One (1) to three (3) years of experience in related field
- Advanced analytical and project management skills and strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, and team skills
- Ability to work independently on multiple projects in a fast paced environment
- Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in the organization in a team environment
- Valid driver's license
Please note that due to job responsibilities, KUB does not provide immigration sponsorship for and/or based on this position.
Preferred Requirements:
- Professional Engineer license in State of Tennessee or ability to obtain
- Professional Engineer license in the State of Tennessee through comity
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably with an electric utility
- .Experience with Microstation, AutoCAD, Cyme, ArcGIS, and/or ArcMap
- Understanding of existing and new electric distribution technology and operations
Selection Process
About the Selection Process:
Phase 1 - Apply online at www.kub.org
Phase 2 - Experience, training, and education evaluation
Phase 3 - Interview with department representatives
Phase 4 - Written, performance, and behavioral exercises
Phase 5 - Background Investigation
Phase 6 - Physical assessment and/or drug screen*
*KUB is part of the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program
If special accommodations are needed at any phase of the selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance.
Knoxville Utilities Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Generous health benefits with low premiums and deductibles
- Benefits start day 1
- Competitive 401(k) contribution and match
- PTO available for use after your first payday
- 11 paid holidays
- Free financial advising
- Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
- Employee physical & mental wellness programs
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If you would like to attach a resume to your application, please make sure it is attached in the "Attachments" section.
- Yes; I have attached my resume to my application.
- No; I'm not attaching a resume to my application.
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If you answered "Career/Job Fair," Employee Referral," or "Other" to the 'how did you first hear about this opportunity' question, please include details here. If 'no,' please type "N/A" in the text box.
03
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
- Associate degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Professional degree
- Doctorate degree
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This position requires working on-site. Are you able to consistently work from our office during the required schedule?
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How many years of professional experience do you have in engineering design?
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Describe why you are interested in this position and working at KUB.
07
Have you interviewed with KUB in the past? If so, for what position?
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Describe your reasons for leaving your jobs within the past seven years.
Required Question