Power Distribution Engineer

Actalent; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Electrical Distribution Engineer for an onsite role at Kennedy Space Center. You will design, install, commission, and expand electrical power systems to support launch operations, focusing on heavy electrical infrastructure and field engineering.

The position emphasizes hands-on design, load calculations, and coordination with multiple teams. Expect 50–60 hour weeks during peak phases, with opportunities to work across high- and medium-voltage distribution in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience or equivalent in power distribution or heavy electrical systems.
• Solid understanding of electrical distribution fundamentals and NEC.
• Experience with electrical load calculations and conductor sizing.
• Experience with transformers, switchgear, MCCs, and high-voltage systems.
• Willingness to work onsite at Kennedy Space Center and 50–60 hour weeks.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement low, medium, and high-voltage distribution systems for launch and facility operations.
• Specify and integrate switchgear, transformers, MCCs, and facility electrical infrastructure.
• Develop distribution solutions for launch pad and facility expansion to meet growing demand.
• Perform load calculations, conductor sizing, equipment selection, and system analyses.
• Create one-line diagrams, layouts, and system studies to guide design and construction.
• Prepare detailed work packages and installation instructions for field teams.
• Support commissioning, startup, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
• Coordinate with construction, operations, and engineering teams to manage scope and schedule.
• Track progress and deliverables across multiple projects.
• Conduct field walks, inspections, and installation oversight for safety and standards.

Skills

Electrical distribution

NEC knowledge

Load calculations

Transformers & MCCs

Onsite Kennedy Space Center

High voltage exposure

Field engineering

Power systems

50-60 hour weeks

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

SKM

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Distribution Engineer

Join a highly technical engineering team supporting one of the most exciting infrastructure projects in the aerospace industry. As a Power Distribution Engineer, you will help design, install, commission, and expand the electrical power systems that support launch operations at Kennedy Space Center. You will contribute to repurposing and expanding launch infrastructure while developing power systems capable of supporting a rapidly growing launch site, with current systems at approximately 22 MW of demand and future plans requiring significantly larger power distribution capabilities. This role is an excellent opportunity for early-career electrical engineers interested in power systems, industrial facilities, heavy electrical infrastructure, commissioning, and field engineering, with strong emphasis on developing engineers with solid fundamentals in a highly technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of low, medium, and high-voltage power distribution systems for launch and facility operations.
• Assist with the specification and integration of switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, and facility electrical infrastructure.
• Develop electrical distribution solutions for launch pad and facility expansion projects to meet growing power demands.
• Perform electrical load calculations, conductor sizing, equipment selection, and system analysis to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Utilize engineering tools to create one-line diagrams, electrical layouts, and system studies that guide design and construction activities.
• Create detailed work packages and installation instructions for electricians and construction teams to support accurate field execution.
• Support equipment commissioning, startup, testing, troubleshooting, and activation activities for new and upgraded electrical systems.
• Coordinate closely with construction, operations, and engineering teams throughout project execution to maintain alignment on scope, schedule, and technical requirements.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously across different design and construction phases, tracking progress and deliverables.
• Participate in field walks, inspections, and installation oversight to verify compliance with design, standards, and safety requirements.
• Track project progress, schedules, and technical deliverables, and communicate status to stakeholders as needed.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience, internship, co-op, or significant academic project work related to power systems, power distribution, industrial electrical systems, utilities, manufacturing facilities, data centers, oil and gas facilities, or heavy industrial operations.
• Solid understanding of electrical distribution fundamentals and principles.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to perform electrical load calculations and conductor sizing.
• Understanding of transformers, switchgear, circuit protection, and electrical distribution equipment.
• Ability and willingness to work onsite at Kennedy Space Center.
• Ability to support extended work schedules of approximately 50–60 hours per week.
• Experience or exposure to high-voltage systems and power distribution equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, or project experience involving power systems, power distribution, or electrical infrastructure.
• Experience commissioning or troubleshooting electrical equipment in industrial or commercial environments.
• Experience working in manufacturing plants, industrial facilities, utilities, refineries, power generation sites, or large commercial facilities.
• Familiarity with medium-voltage and low-voltage systems, including switchgear, transformers, and motor control centers (MCCs).
• Experience developing electrical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Exposure to ETAP or SKM power system modeling software for analysis and studies.
• Hands‑on electrical or field installation experience supporting construction or maintenance activities.
• Completion of a design project focused on power systems, power distribution, renewable energy, industrial controls, microgrids, utilities, or electrical infrastructure.

Work Environment

This role is based onsite at Kennedy Space Center within a dynamic launch and industrial infrastructure environment. You will work closely with construction, operations, and engineering teams in both office and field settings, spending time on active job sites, launch pads, and facility spaces. The position involves working with low, medium, and high-voltage power distribution systems, including transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, and other heavy electrical equipment. You can expect extended work schedules of approximately 50–60 hours per week during peak project phases, with a fast-paced atmosphere that emphasizes safety, collaboration, and technical excellence. The environment supports hands‑on field work, commissioning activities, and direct involvement in large‑scale infrastructure projects that enable ongoing and future launch operations.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $41.00/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 disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Cocoa,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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