Electrical Power Engineer (Summer 2026) at Actalent Roanoke, VA

Position Summary Electrical Power Engineer (Summer 2026) job at Actalent. Roanoke, VA. The position falls within the substation department of the organization. The engineer will be working with senior level engineers to complete projects that support our customer. They will work with in‑house and client engineers and designers. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Prepare basic one line diagrams, project scopes, and cost estimates for substation projects Review substation construction drawings such as electrical arrangements, plan and section views, grounding, cable and conduit drawings, and other project documents and verify compliance with appropriate codes and standards Assist higher level engineers in conducting studies such as lightning protection, grounding, and equipment replacement and repair for substations Gain familiarity with equipment, material ordering, and bills of material for substation construction Travel to project sites for walk‑downs and gathering information to develop the correct requirements for the projects to scope and develop substations Work under supervision of Substation Engineers II, III, IV, and Senior Engineers Position will require occasional site visits Education and Experience Zero to two years of experience in utilities working with substations Zero to two years of experience completing engineering projects from start to finish Zero to two years of experience scoping, estimating, and ordering materials for substations Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET) Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET) will count toward years of experience An EIT License is desirable but not required Requisite Abilities and Skills Intermediate ability to perform design calculations such as battery sizing, AC and DC loads, system component selection, power transformer and circuit breaker selection, circuit protection, control and power cable selection and rating, bus bars, fittings, insulators, ground grid design, and lightning protection Intermediate understanding of standards and codes such as IEEE, ANSI, NEC and NESC Possess intermediate understanding of equipment, material, ordering, and bills of material for substation construction Strong written and verbal communication Possess ability to understand interrelationship between systems and component equipment Demonstrate ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary Demonstrate willingness and capabilities to assume leadership roles Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Roanoke, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/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 hybrid position in Roanoke, VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 3, 2025. Equal Opportunity Statement 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 due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options. #J-18808-Ljbffr kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk - Jobboard