Job Title: Project Engineer

Job Description

The Distribution Engineer will support top utility companies with Distribution Line Designs. This role involves executing engineering and design for overhead and underground systems in varying electrical and environmental conditions, adhering to diverse client and industry standards. The position requires direct, positive client interaction throughout all project phases and experience in leading teams of engineers, designers, field personnel, and drafters. Responsibilities also include assisting with the development of proposals, work plans, budgets, and schedules, along with managing each element. The role demands the application of engineering calculations to various project challenges to develop comprehensive and competent designs, as well as reviewing engineering packages and reports.

Responsibilities

• Support top utility companies with Distribution Line Designs.
• Execute engineering and design for overhead and underground systems.
• Ensure designs adhere to varying client and industry standards.
• Engage in direct, positive interaction with clients throughout project phases.
• Lead teams of engineers, designers, field personnel, and drafters.
• Assist in developing proposals, work plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Manage project elements effectively.
• Apply engineering calculations to project challenges.
• Review engineering packages and reports.

Essential Skills

• Design expertise in distribution design.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam software.
• Project engineering and management skills.
• Understanding of utility distribution standards and practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, preferably electrical or civil.
• Five (5) years of utility distribution experience.
• Knowledge of overhead and underground distribution lines (4 kV through 69 kV).
• Experience with utility standards, NEC, NESC, and joint facilities design.
• Familiarity with construction package development.

Work Environment

Initially, work is required in the office for 5 days a week, transitioning to 3 days in the office after a few months. The culture is relaxed yet client-driven, offering the opportunity to work on projects both locally and nationally.

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Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/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 hybrid position in St. Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 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.

Salary : $30 - $45