Distribution Engineer

Actalent; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

HSA

Job summary

Actalent in Tampa, FL is seeking an Entry Level Distribution Engineer to support power distribution upgrades and storm hardening projects across Florida. You will conduct site visits, perform design calculations, and prepare drawings for approvals, working with utilities like Duke Energy and FP&L.

The role involves field work, coordination with project teams, and ensuring compliance with client standards. Knowledge of BOUD/Maximo/Smallworld is a plus; a four-year ABET-accredited engineering

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Engineering required; hands-on design experience preferred.
• Experience with electric utility distribution concepts is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits and take field notes, measurements, sketches, photographs and field conditions.
• Perform electric distribution designs using field notes and client standards.
• Draft construction drawings for agency approvals and prepare project packages with material estimates.
• Review plans for impacts to existing distribution systems and ensure safety and reliability.
• Attend project meetings and ensure ISO/compliance requirements are met.

Skills

Engineering

Design

Distribution design

Power distribution

BOUD

Bentley Open Utility Designer

Quality control

qc

Smallworld

Maximo

Pole Load

Autocad

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

BOUD

Maximo

Smallworld

Bentley Open Utility Designer

Microstation

Job description

Description KCI is currently seeking Entry Level Distribution Engineers to join their team in Florida. This Distribution Engineer will support power distribution infrastructure upgrades and storm hardening projects across Florida. The initial projects are in support of Duke Energy, with future projects from FP&L, TECO, and other utilities. The work consists of the engineering calculations and design for replacing deteriorating cable, moving overhead lines to underground, reconductoring of existing distribution lines, and replacing aging poles. The engineering calculations associated with these projects include structural analysis of poles, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, fault currents, and coordination of protective devices. This position also consists of periodic out of town field work (site visits, visual inspections, measurements, photographs, field reports, etc.). Out of town work could require 1 overnight stay (expenses paid) or a full day of driving (depending on the location). Driving would be either company vehicle or mileage reimbursement. Job Duties include: Conduct site visits and take field notes, including visual inspection, equipment inventory, measurements, sketches, photographs and field conditions. Compare field data to base plan Evaluate loading of various equipment components being installed such as transformers and structural loading of poles to ensure a cost-effective, safe and reliable design utilizing client specifications Review and interpret design manuals and details from local jurisdictions Determine and specify design requirements Perform electric distribution designs, using field notes, per the Utilitys standards. Design and draft construction drawings using standard engineering fundamentals for approval by Federal, state and local agencies Prepare projects and job packages using appropriate software, including material estimates and material requisitions of the materials required for the prepared distribution electrical designs Review plans for proposed construction to determine impacts to the existing distribution systems Develop solutions to existing conductor and structural clearance violations and issues Developing final design plan packages for the implementation of the proposed solution Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements Attend bi-weekly (or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks.

Skills

• Engineering
• Design
• Distribution design
• Power distribution
• BOUD
• Bentley Open Utility Designer
• quality control
• qc
• smallworld
• maximo
• Pole Load
• autocad

Top Skills Details

Engineering

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Qualifications Graduation from a four-year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Hands on design/engineering experience is preferred. Prefer experience or basic knowledge of concepts in the electric utility industry, including primary and secondary distribution systems, utility standards, ability to use design software packages, and general construction knowledge and aptitude. Will consider engineering experience outside of the electric utility industry. Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles Understanding of basic practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing/presenting recommendations Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds Good written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate frequently with customers MUST have strong interpersonal skills, self-motivation/initiative, and the desire to learn. Desired Qualifications for Engineers Excellent customer service skills and experience preferred Experience on the Duke Energy system, performing distribution design Experience interacting with customers and developers for distribution projects Current knowledge of BOUD/Maximo, Smallworld, and Microstation EIT/ Passed Engineering Fundamentals Exam

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tampa,FL.

About Actalent

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.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.