Entry-Level Power Distribution Design Engineer (Hybrid)

Actalent; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

HSA

Job summary

Actalent seeks an entry-level Distribution Design Engineer I to plan, engineer, and design electric distribution systems ensuring safe, reliable power delivery. You will determine needs and timing of infrastructure, develop work packages, and perform field verifications, using AutoCAD and MicroStation for drawings and documentation.

The role combines remote and field work in Michigan, with training provided and a focus on learning power distribution design principles and codes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Environmental, Design preferred).
• Associates degree in a related technical field with 13 years of relevant experience will be considered.
• Experience with electric utilities or electric utility consulting in design engineering.
• Experience using CAD tools for engineering design (AutoCAD, MicroStation or similar).
• Foundational knowledge of engineering principles related to power distribution.
• Ability to apply engineering concepts within a narrow technical domain to develop design solutions.
• Comfort working in field and office or remote settings, including site visits and inspections.
• Must live within a 40 min radius of Lansing, MI.

Responsibilities

• Plan, engineer, and design electric distribution systems for reliable power delivery.
• Determine need, size, location, and timing of distribution infrastructure considering constraints.
• Develop work packages for overhead and underground distribution systems.
• Perform field engineering to gather requirements and verify conditions.
• Conduct engineering calculations using established procedures and codes.
• Use CAD tools to create and update distribution drawings and documentation.
• Assist with design tasks involving voltage, transformers, and distribution equipment.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Field work

Power distribution

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Associates degree in a related technical field

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Actalent seeks an entry-level Distribution Design Engineer I to plan, engineer, and design electric distribution systems ensuring safe, reliable power delivery. You will determine needs and timing of infrastructure, develop work packages, and perform field verifications, using AutoCAD and MicroStation for drawings and documentation.

The role combines remote and field work in Michigan, with training provided and a focus on learning power distribution design principles and codes.