Electrical Engineer (Power Distribution Design)

Job Description

This role is responsible for planning, engineering, and designing electric and gas distribution systems. The position requires determining the need, size, location, and timing of power delivery infrastructure development to balance economic, environmental, social, and regulatory constraints and reliability needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop work packages for overhead and underground residential distribution and underground cable/conduit field engineering.

• Identify project requirements and conflicting utilities.

• Conduct engineering and design calculations.

• Perform post-construction reviews.

• Work independently on larger, moderately complex projects and assignments.

• Assist other technical staff with tasks and assignments.

• Address somewhat complex technical issues using internal best practices and through collaboration with colleagues.

• Develop solutions to technical problems that require depth of technical knowledge.

Essential Skills

• Distribution engineering

• Electrical engineering design

• 2+ years of electrical engineering professional experience

• Ability to create CD and schematics in AutoCAD

• Ability to travel to project sites in NJ

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BS degree in a related field and 2-4 years of prior relevant experience, or a Master's degree with less than 2 years of prior relevant experience

Work Environment

• This position involves working on moderately complex projects independently and collaborating with colleagues across various areas.

• The work includes both field and office settings, requiring occasional travel to project sites in New Jersey.

• The role necessitates a good understanding of technical standards and the ability to explain technical solutions, practices, and procedures to others within the organization.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $45.00

• 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 Newark,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 6, 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.

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