Engineering Technologist I - Entry-Level Distribution Design

Asplundh Engineering Services; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Structured training and mentorship

Job summary

A leading utility engineering firm in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Engineering Technologist I to support electrical distribution design projects. This role offers hands-on experience and structured training in utility design, focusing on gathering and analyzing data and developing construction-ready plans. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Engineering Technology and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits are provided from the first day of employment.

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable performing field duties.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Ability to follow technical standards and processes.
• CAD experience (AutoCAD or MicroStation) is a plus, not required.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze field data to support distribution design.
• Assist in developing cost‑effective construction‑ready design packages.
• Apply customer standards to ensure safe, accurate deliverables.
• Coordinate basic permitting requirements.
• Support construction teams by resolving design questions.
• Complete field verifications as needed.
• Meet productivity expectations and project timelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication and organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow technical standards

Willingness to learn

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology

Minimum 1 year of related experience

Tools

CAD (AutoCAD or MicroStation)

MicroStation

Job description

Description

Kickstart Your Utility Engineering Career—Learn, Grow, and Make an Impact From Day One. Join Asplundh Engineering Services and gain hands‑on experience in utility distribution design. You’ll receive structured training, real‑world field exposure, and the support of a team invested in helping you build a long‑term engineering career.

As an Engineering Technologist I, you will begin your engineering career by supporting electrical distribution design projects for major utility partners. You’ll collect field data, prepare cost‑effective designs, and learn to produce construction‑ready job plans. With structured training and mentorship, you’ll develop your technical skills and gradually move toward independent project work.

What You’ll Need To Be Successful

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology OR minimum 1 year of related experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to follow technical standards and processes
• CAD experience (AutoCAD or MicroStation) a plus, not required
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

How You Will Make An Impact

• Gather and analyze field data to support distribution design
• Assist in developing cost‑effective construction‑ready design packages
• Apply customer standards to ensure safe, accurate deliverables
• Coordinate basic permitting requirements
• Support construction teams by helping resolve design questions
• Complete field verifications as needed
• Meet productivity expectations and project timelines
• Other duties as assigned

FIELD WORK DISCLAIMER

Applicants must be comfortable performing field duties as required. Safety equipment and protocols must be followed at all times.

CAREER GROWTH

This role provides a strong entry point into utility engineering with clear paths to Technologist II, Technologist III, Project Coordination, or Design Engineering roles.

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.