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Distribution Engineers plan and operate MV/LV distribution networks — feeders, transformers, smart meters, and customer connections.
Median Salary
$102k
$73.4k – $145k
Demand Score
94/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
4.2K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+13%
rolling 12 months
Market outlook
Demand for distribution engineers in the global energy market is exceptionally strong. Oil & gas operators, renewables developers, utilities, EPC contractors, mining companies, and energy software firms report a 13% year-on-year increase in Distribution Engineer mandates, driven by grid modernisation, renewables interconnection, electrification of industry and transport, and substation capacity expansion.
Compensation
Distribution Engineer compensation typically falls between $73.4k and $145k, with experienced distribution engs in the global energy market commanding $145k+ at leading operators, IPPs, utilities, and EPC majors. Total compensation often includes shift premiums, offshore or remote allowances, performance bonuses, and equity where applicable.
Career trajectory
Distribution Engineers typically progress to Grid Engineer, Metering Engineer roles, or into lead engineer, project director, and head of grid tracks at utilities, TSOs, and EPCs across the global hiring energy market.
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Distribution Engineer jobs by city
Distribution Engineer jobs in Houston
8.8K openings · United States
Distribution Engineer jobs in Dallas
6.5K openings · United States
Distribution Engineer jobs in Midland
6.7K openings · United States
Distribution Engineer jobs in Denver
5.5K openings · United States
Distribution Engineer jobs in Pittsburgh
5.0K openings · United States
Distribution Engineer jobs in New Orleans
5.3K openings · United States
Distribution Engineer jobs in Bakersfield
5.0K openings · United States
Distribution Engineer jobs in Calgary
7.8K openings · Canada
Distribution Engineer jobs in Edmonton
6.1K openings · Canada
Distribution Engineer jobs in Fort McMurray
5.5K openings · Canada
Distribution Engineer jobs in Aberdeen
8.0K openings · United Kingdom
Distribution Engineer jobs in London
5.9K openings · United Kingdom
Distribution Engineer jobs in Manchester
4.8K openings · United Kingdom
Distribution Engineer jobs in Oslo
6.7K openings · Norway
Distribution Engineer jobs in Stavanger
7.3K openings · Norway
Distribution Engineer jobs in Bergen
5.0K openings · Norway
Distribution Engineer jobs in Rotterdam
6.5K openings · Netherlands
Distribution Engineer jobs in Amsterdam
5.5K openings · Netherlands
Distribution Engineer jobs in The Hague
5.0K openings · Netherlands
Distribution Engineer jobs in Hamburg
5.9K openings · Germany
Distribution Engineer jobs in Munich
5.5K openings · Germany
Distribution Engineer jobs in Berlin
5.5K openings · Germany
Distribution Engineer jobs in Frankfurt
5.5K openings · Germany
Distribution Engineer jobs in Paris
6.3K openings · France
Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Distribution Engineer in the global energy market is around $102k, typically ranging from $73.4k to $145k based on experience, asset class, and the energy employer.