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Job Title: Distribution Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Distribution Engineer for a one-year contract-to-direct position. Selected individuals will perform their own field work and can work fully remote for the rest of the time. The role involves connecting new homes and commercial businesses to the energy grid or upgrading existing connections. You will start by visiting the assigned work site to take notes, pictures, and measurements, which will help create the work package. This information 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. You will use SAP software to create a Bill of Materials (BOM) that will be used by the utility company's field installation team.

Hard Skills

+ Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering

+ Associates Degree with relevant experience

+ Experience with utility companies or electric engineering consulting

+ Proficiency in CAD tools such as AutoCAD and Microstation

Soft Skills

+ Comfortable in both field and office settings

+ Ability to lift 20 pounds

+ Ability to walk up to 2 miles on unpaved surfaces

+ Reliable transportation

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 12 Month(s).

Work Environment

The typical workweek involves 10%-20% field inspections, 60%-80% engineering and development of design packages for construction crews, and 10% administrative tasks, planning, and customer follow-up. Field work can be flexible and scheduled around other projects and weather conditions. Other days can be remote.

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.

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