Electrical Distribution Engineer

3 days ago

Battle Creek, United States Actalent Full time

Job Title: Electrical Distribution Engineer

Job Description

The individual will be responsible for independently developing design and construction work packages for electrical overhead distribution systems for electric utility customers. This role focuses on system reliability and improvement work, replacing old equipment, and assessing requirements from client-provided scopes. The role involves both fieldwork and design work, including creating designs using Open Utilities, conducting energy analysis, and compiling a Bill of Materials (BOM) in SAP/Material Tracking Software. The final deliverable is an electrical construction package for client approval.

Responsibilities

  • Develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead distribution systems.

  • Improve system consistency by replacing old equipment with new.

  • Review client-provided scopes and assess requirements.

  • Conduct fieldwork, including taking photos and measurements of specific sites, poles, or circuits.

  • Create designs using Open Utilities, a Microstation-based CAD system.

  • Perform energy analysis to ensure materials meet site usage requirements.

  • Compile a Bill of Materials (BOM) and enter it into SAP/Material Tracking Software.

  • Assist with permits for utility lines crossing roads, easements, private property, or tree removal.

  • Submit the final electrical construction package for client approval and make necessary revisions.

  • Use software such as Poleforman or PLA/Pole Loading Analysis for structural analysis of wood poles.

  • Ensure designs comply with National Electric Safety Codes (NESC).

  • Communicate frequently with the client via email, phone, and teams.

Essential Skills

  • Electrical Engineering Degree, Mechanical Engineering Degree, or Engineering Technology Degree in ME/EE.

  • Experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Solidworks, Catia, Microstation.

Work Environment

This position involves a combination of fieldwork and office work. Fieldwork locations include Muskegon, Ludington, Cadillac, Alma, Claire, West Branch, Traverse City, Saginaw, Owosso, and Lansing, with a preference for candidates living within a 60-mile radius of these locations. The office locations are Traverse City, Gaylord, Bay City, and Grand Rapids. Candidates living within a 45-minute distance to one of these offices are expected to come into the office, with potential for hybrid flexibility after a few months. Remote work is an option for those living outside this distance. The role requires frequent communication with the client and adherence to safety standards.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00

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 Battle Creek,MI.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 31, 2024.

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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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