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Engineer I - Electrical Distribution Design (Early Career)

Lensa
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2026
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Description

Kickstart Your Engineering Career—Design the Systems That Power Communities.

Join Asplundh Engineering Services and begin your engineering journey with hands‑on design experience, structured training, and opportunities to grow your technical expertise in utility distribution systems.

As an Engineer I , you will support the design and development of electrical distribution projects for major utility clients. You’ll learn to translate field data and engineering principles into accurate, construction‑ready job plans that meet customer standards. With guidance from senior engineers, you will build a strong technical foundation and progress toward independent project ownership.

What You’ll Need To Be Successful

  • ABET‑accredited degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering
  • EIT or Professional Engineer (PE) license a plus
  • Prior field experience preferredStrong analytical and problem‑solving skills
  • Effective communication skills
  • CAD experience (AutoCAD or MicroStation) a plus
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

How You Will Make An Impact

  • Maintain a safe working environment during both office and field assignments
  • Gather and analyze field and technical data to support distribution design
  • Develop cost‑effective designs aligned with utility standards
  • Assist in permitting coordination with municipalities
  • Support construction teams to resolve design questions
  • Participate in field work as required to support design development
  • Communicate effectively with project teams
  • Manage time efficiently to meet project benchmarks
  • Other duties as assigned

FIELD WORK DISCLAIMER

Applicants must be comfortable performing field work as needed. Safety protocols—including PPE, hard hats, eye/ear protection, and proper footwear—are strictly enforced. Fieldwork may require walking, standing, and carrying equipment for extended periods.

CAREER GROWTH

Engineer I roles lead to advancement into Engineer II, Engineer III, or specialized engineering/leadership positions within AES.

About Us

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) brings over 100 years of expertise to deliver top-notch engineering, design, planning, and testing services for transmission, distribution, substation, and renewable infrastructure markets across the U.S.

An Asplundh Company

As part of the Asplundh family, AES benefits from extensive resources and a century of experience. Together, we provide utilities with comprehensive end-to-end services, from design to construction, testing, and maintenance, ensuring reliability and peace of mind.

Our Commitment

At AES, we believe in tackling challenges together with our customers, leveraging our collective experience and resources to achieve success in every project.

Benefits

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please Note

  • All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
  • Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

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