Distribution Designer

Actalent • Raleigh, NC

38d • $22 - $30 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Distribution Designer to join our team in North Carolina. The successful candidate will support power distribution infrastructure upgrades and storm hardening projects. The role involves engineering calculations and design for replacing deteriorating cable, moving overhead lines underground, reconductoring existing distribution lines, and replacing aging poles.

Requirements

• Two years of electric utility distribution design experience.
• Proficiency in distribution design tools such as BOUD, Maximo, Smallworld, Bentley Open Utility Designer, and Microstation.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in the electric utility industry.
• Working knowledge of primary and secondary distribution systems and utility standards.
• Ability to use design software packages and general construction knowledge.
• Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Duke Energy's system and performing distribution design.
• Experience interacting with customers and developers for distribution projects.
• EIT certification or successful completion of the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and designs related to power distribution.
• Conduct structural analysis of poles and guying.
• Perform cable pulling and calculate electric demand and fault currents.
• Coordinate protective devices for power distribution projects.

Benefits

• 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)
• 6% ESOP
• a 401K with a 50% match up to 6%
• yearly performance raises
• excellent healthcare options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees