• Job Description

  Req#: JP-005296146

  Join Our Team as a Distribution Design Engineer

  • Location: Wilmington, NC 28401 | Field & Office-Based
  • Industry: Electric & Gas Utilities | Engineering & Infrastructure
  • Experience Level: Entry-Level (0–2 years)

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  ⚡ Power Up Your Engineering Career

  Are you ready to launch your engineering career with purpose and impact? As aDistribution Design Engineer I, you’ll be at the forefront of designing the energy systems that power communities. From planning and engineering to field inspections and post-construction reviews, you’ll gain hands-on experience in both office and field environments—developing the infrastructure that keeps the lights on and the gas flowing.

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  What You’ll Do

  • Design and develop construction work packages foroverhead and underground electrical distribution systems(4kV–138kV).
  • Conductfield inspectionsand return to the office to translate findings into actionable engineering designs.
  • Performengineering calculationsincluding pole loading, guying, voltage drop, and flicker analysis.
  • Createpermitting documentsand coordinate with local authorities (AHJs).
  • Support construction teams and conductpost-construction reviewsto ensure quality and compliance.
  • Investigate outages and apply engineering principles to develop reliable, long-term solutions.

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  What You Bring

  • A BS degree n engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Less than 2 years of relevant experience—perfect for recent grads or early-career professionals.
  • Familiarity with GIS and WMS tools(e.g., GE Smallworld, Bentley Expert Designer).
  • A passion for solving technical problems and a desire to grow in a collaborative, safety-first environment.
  • Interest in working on a variety of projects: OH, UG, URD, Make Ready, and Street Lighting.

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  Work Environment

  • Office-based with regular field visits—get the best of both worlds.
  • Full training provided in engineering and construction standards.
  • Gain real-world experience inutility coordination, permitting, and design.

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  Why Join Us?

  • Be part of amission-driven teamshaping the future of energy.
  • Work onhigh-impact projectsthat serve entire communities.
  • Grow your skills withmentorship, training, and hands-on experience.
  • Enjoy a dynamic, supportive environment where your ideas matter.

  
  

  Pay and Benefits

  The pay range for this position is $29.81 - $29.81/hr.

  Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
  classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
  subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
  available for this temporary role may include the following:

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

  Workplace Type

  This is a fully onsite position in ATLANTA,GA.

  Application Deadline

  This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 2025.

  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.

  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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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