Distribution Engineering I (Mass)
Actalent, Framingham, MA, United States
Job Title: Distribution Engineering I (Mass)
As a Valued Team Member, you can look forward to a fast‑paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/arrangements, as well as managers who will encourage
career development and growth opportunities , including:
Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT)
Professional Engineer License (PE)
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Formal Mentorship Programs
Learning & Development Resources
Future Management Opportunities
If you join us in this role, you'll also have the opportunity to gain experience in a variety of areas, including NESC, Structural Pole Modeling, Electrical Power Calculations, GIS design training, Project and Financial Management, and Client Design Standards.
Your greatest work is ahead!
The successful candidate will have an interest in developing the work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready and Street Light projects, using customer GIS and WMS systems such as GE Smallworld, Bentley Expert Designer and Maximo. Candidates should be comfortable in both a field and office setting, as some field work may be required. Selected candidates will be trained in customer engineering and construction standards. Associate Distribution Engineers will gain experience in coordination of conflicting utilities, and other field engineering design requirements, the assessment and development of design big packages for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments, work permit development, easements and ROW applications, and the design of mainline vault medium voltage switchgear, network system design and distribution system protection and coordination.
Associate Distribution Engineers will support the following activities under supervision of a technical lead:
Develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems operating from 4kV through 138kV mostly associated with programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspection and maintenance, joint use, and inspection reports.
Comply with Client Safety requirements as well as design and quality expectations.
Travel to sites as needed, perform inspections and return to the office to perform engineering design work.
Perform engineering calculations such as structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, specifying conductor sags and tensions for recommended spans, and calculation of voltage drop and flicker.
Develop permitting documents for different AHJ’s.
Provide engineering support during construction, including post‑construction reviews to ensure all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met.
Conduct root cause analysis of outages and mitigation using engineering principles and design.
Requirements:
Completed Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
0‑1 years experience
Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications/Experience:
Experience using CAD tools, MicroStation and/or GIS
Experience with NESC
Experience with design standards
Professional Attributes that will help you succeed in this role:
Collaborative attitude and inclusivity of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations.
Ability to work with limited supervision
Positive attitude
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 May 5, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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As a Valued Team Member, you can look forward to a fast‑paced, diverse work environment and flexible work hours/arrangements, as well as managers who will encourage
career development and growth opportunities , including:
Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT)
Professional Engineer License (PE)
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Formal Mentorship Programs
Learning & Development Resources
Future Management Opportunities
If you join us in this role, you'll also have the opportunity to gain experience in a variety of areas, including NESC, Structural Pole Modeling, Electrical Power Calculations, GIS design training, Project and Financial Management, and Client Design Standards.
Your greatest work is ahead!
The successful candidate will have an interest in developing the work packages for OH, UG, URD, Make Ready and Street Light projects, using customer GIS and WMS systems such as GE Smallworld, Bentley Expert Designer and Maximo. Candidates should be comfortable in both a field and office setting, as some field work may be required. Selected candidates will be trained in customer engineering and construction standards. Associate Distribution Engineers will gain experience in coordination of conflicting utilities, and other field engineering design requirements, the assessment and development of design big packages for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments, work permit development, easements and ROW applications, and the design of mainline vault medium voltage switchgear, network system design and distribution system protection and coordination.
Associate Distribution Engineers will support the following activities under supervision of a technical lead:
Develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems operating from 4kV through 138kV mostly associated with programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspection and maintenance, joint use, and inspection reports.
Comply with Client Safety requirements as well as design and quality expectations.
Travel to sites as needed, perform inspections and return to the office to perform engineering design work.
Perform engineering calculations such as structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, specifying conductor sags and tensions for recommended spans, and calculation of voltage drop and flicker.
Develop permitting documents for different AHJ’s.
Provide engineering support during construction, including post‑construction reviews to ensure all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met.
Conduct root cause analysis of outages and mitigation using engineering principles and design.
Requirements:
Completed Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
0‑1 years experience
Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications/Experience:
Experience using CAD tools, MicroStation and/or GIS
Experience with NESC
Experience with design standards
Professional Attributes that will help you succeed in this role:
Collaborative attitude and inclusivity of individuals of diverse backgrounds and geographic locations.
Ability to work with limited supervision
Positive attitude
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 May 5, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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