Distribution Engineer

Job Title: Distribution Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Distribution Engineer to join an established power engineering team in Orlando, FL . This is an opportunity to work on high-impact electric utility and energy projects while developing your technical expertise within a collaborative, industry-leading environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and support power distribution projects from development through completion.
• Perform engineering calculations including pole loading, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, and fault currents.
• Coordinate protective devices and distribution system requirements.
• Support permitting, Right-of-Way acquisition, and forestry trimming requests.
• Develop Bills of Materials (BOMs) and project cost estimates.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, technicians, and construction partners.
• Approximately 90% design/engineering work and 10% fieldwork.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering.
• 3+ years of distribution design experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of electric power distribution systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with MicroStation, Revit, SolidWorks, Inventor, MATLAB, or similar design software is a plus.
• ABET-accredited engineering degree preferred.
• Design Quality Control (QC) experience is a plus.
• Valid drivers license.
• Strong interest in the power and utilities industry.

Work Environment

This is a fully on-site position in Orlando, Florida , working alongside a collaborative team of engineers, designers, and design technicians. The environment provides strong exposure to complex distribution projects and opportunities to continue building your technical skill set.

Why Join the Team?

Our client supports a large portfolio of energy projects for electric utilities, power generation owners, and industrial clients while partnering with leading construction firms to deliver energy infrastructure solutions. They have also been recognized by Engineering News-Record (ENR) among the Top 10 T&D Firms, Top 10 Program Management Firms, and Top 20 Power Firms.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a recognized leader in the power industry, gain exposure to major utility projects, and build a long-term career within a team with a strong project pipeline.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orlando, FL.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Orlando,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 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.

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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.