Talascend is currently seeking an Associate Distribution Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Durham, North Carolina.
Overview
The Associate Distribution Engineer will be responsible for developing design and construction work packages for electrical distribution systems, supporting project coordination, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This role involves both field and office work, with opportunities for professional growth and certification achievement.
Responsibilities
- Develop design and construction work packages for overhead and underground distribution projects, including those from 4kV through 138kV, often related to programmatic work such as overloads, inspections, and joint use projects.
- Utilize GIS and WMS systems like GE Smallworld, Bentley Expert Designer, and Maximo to prepare work packages.
- Perform engineering calculations such as structural analysis, conductor sag and tension, voltage drop, and flicker.
- Draft permitting documents for various authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).
- Support field activities, including site inspections, site travel, and post-construction reviews.
- Conduct root cause analysis of outages and propose mitigations using engineering principles and design standards.
- Coordinate with clients and team members to develop solutions that meet project requirements and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
- Completed bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial) from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to utilize a personal vehicle for travel as needed during field activities.
- Willingness to perform both field and office work, with capability to work outdoors occasionally.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to perform the duties of this position through relevant experience, training, or education.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with distribution design tools such as BOUD, Pole Foreman, SOCKET, Spida-Calc or similar.
- Experience using CAD tools, MicroStation, and/or GIS.
- Knowledge of NESC standards and design standards.
- Professional Engineer License (PE), Engineer in Training (EIT), or Project Management Professional (PMP).
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.