What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Engineer position at Actalent?
Job Title: Distribution Engineer
This position is perfect for someone looking to work in(training provided) the utilities field as a Distribution Engineer. 10% of the job will involve being in the field taking needed measurements needed and 90% of the work will be done remotely from your home focused on the development of design packages for construction crews of overhead power lines. It is required that you either have a Bachelor of Science in either Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
Job Description
We are seeking skilled Distribution Engineers for a one-year
contract-to-direct position. The selected individuals will be responsible for connecting new homes and commercial businesses to the energy grid or upgrading existing connections. This role involves a combination of field work, design work, electrical analysis, and material selection.
- The Distribution Engineer will start by visiting assigned work sites to conduct field work, including taking notes, pictures, and measurements to create the work package.
- The information gathered will be used to create electrical drawings and perform electrical analysis to determine the necessary materials. Engineering calculations may include structural analysis of poles, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, transformer sizing, voltage drop and flicker, and coordination of protective devices.
- The material selection will result in a Bill of Materials (BOM) through SAP software.
- The work package will be used by the utility company's field installation team. The role requires flexibility in field work scheduling around other projects and weather conditions.
- Candidates will work on multiple projects simultaneously and must be comfortable in both field and office settings. Interaction with supervisors, peers, and customers is a daily aspect of this role.
Hard Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline from an ABET accredited program requires 0 years of experience
- Associate’s degree requires 2 years of relevant industry experience
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Power Delivery
- AutoCAD
- MicroStation (or similar design programs)
Soft Skills
- Problem-solving
- Professional communication
- Judgment in resolving problems
- Ability to follow standard practices and procedures
Work Environment:
Typical Day/Week: 10%-20% Field Inspections
60%-80% Engineering and development of design packages for construction
crews
10% Performing administrative tasks, planning, and/or customer follow-up
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $28 - $35
