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Actalent

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An Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and tests products and systems that use or produce electricity, including power generators, electric motors, radar and navigation systems, and communication systems. Works on larger electrical systems rather than small electronic products or devices.

$106,141 / year median in the U.S.

+4% projected growth

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Distribution Engineering I Job Description We are seeking a Distribution Engineer to support the development of design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems. These systems operate from 4kV through 138kV and are primarily associated with programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspection and maintenance, joint use, and inspection reports. Under the supervision of a technical lead, the engineer will ensure compliance with safety, design, and quality expectations. Responsibilities Develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems. Comply with safety requirements and design and quality expectations. Travel to sites as needed, perform inspections, and return to the office for engineering design work. Perform engineering calculations including structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, specifying conductor sags and tensions, and voltage drop and flicker calculations. Develop permitting documents for different authorities having jurisdiction. Provide engineering support during construction, including post-construction reviews to ensure engineering and construction standards are met. Conduct root cause analysis of outages and implement mitigation using engineering principles and design. Essential Skills Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ArcGIS, ArcMap Experience with power utilities or energy-related internship or academic projects preferred Interest in developing work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready, and Street Light projects Comfortable working in both field and office settings Additional Skills & Qualifications EIT certification preferred but not required Experience with distribution design tools such as BOUD, SOCKET, or similar Experience using CAD tools, MicroStation and/or GIS Experience with NESC and design standards Knowledge of customer GIS and WMS systems such as GE Smallworld, Bentley Expert Designer Work Environment This is a full-time position requiring office work for the first six months, with the opportunity for hybrid work thereafter. Approximately 10% of the time may be spent in the field. The role includes the potential for client storm support. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Framingham, MA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $29.81 - $29.81/hr. 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 disability
  • Health 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 Framingham,MA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 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. 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.