Are you looking for a change?

We are looking for an Electric Distribution Design Engineer to join our team to help improve power & utility infrastructure.

What you should have!

2 years of direct utility company experience, oversight and QA/QC of both simple and complex engineering projects, working directly with clients, and ensuring reputation of high quality is maintained. Be self-motivated, work well with others, and have excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.

What you will do!

• Design and construction work package development for overhead and underground electric distribution systems.
• Prepares scaled work order maps using Computer Aided Design software (CAD), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and other client design systems.
• Draws map(s) using the accurate mapping symbols, text, decals, stamps, etc.
• Consults with Planners and other planning personnel to prepare design drawings and modifications as required.
• Complete asset assessment on overhead and underground electric equipment and circuits.
• Completes engineering functions and calculations based on field information and redline from Planner (i.e., cable pulling, voltage drop, flicker, etc.)
• Perform engineering calculations that may include: structural analysis of poles, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, transformer sizing, voltage drop and flicker, and coordination of protective devices.
• Prepares joint pole authorizations based on field information and redline from Planner.
• Prepare forestry trimming requests, facilitating permit and Right-of-Way acquisition, and customer advocacy such as acquiring easements
• Manage scope, schedule and budget of work assigned
• Provide technical oversight and QAQC of team designs and analysis.
• Establish and develop client relationships while providing a positive influence within your team and collaborating with peers
• Initiate continuous improvement to workflow processes that drive efficiency and high quality standards in client design deliverables.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Maintain a safe working environment

Your Skills:

Fault Analysis, Circuit Analysis, Distribution Circuits, CYME

What you should have?

• Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience
• Two plus years of experience working for utility companies required
• Experience with the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and distribution construction & design standards are required
• Experience with power system planning and operations: Power flow studies, short circuit, transient stability, dynamic Studies, reliability studies, risk assessment techniques, and protection co-ordination studies; generator interconnection; load forecasting and harmonics analysis are required.
• Ability to read electrical schematics is required
• Demonstrated experience in using power system analysis software is required
• Skilled with attention to detail and excellent analytical and organizational skills is required
• Experience in Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Work Management Systems (WMS), and CYME is preferred

Other:

• Some travel and field work will be required for this role.
• A flexible hybrid-remote work schedule is available after 30 days of employment.

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.