Power Distribution Engineer
Actalent
- Traverse City, MI
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Be responsible for independently develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems for
- electric utility customers.
- Review work provided by client and assess requirements of scopes; frequently communication with clients possibly in person for meetings (Michigan) and e-mail, teams, phone.
- 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.
- 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.
- Gain experience in coordinating conflicting utilities and other field engineering design requirements, assessing, and developing large design packages for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments, work permit development, easements, and ROW applications.
- AutoCAD, MicroStation, Bill of Materials, Electrical Drawings, Power Distribution, Low Voltage Distribution (LVD)
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience
- Associates in Engineering (electrical) with 2 plus yes of power distribution experience
- Salary based on experience
- Remote/Hybrid within the state of Michigan (work independently with minimal direction and interaction with peers via MS Teams)
- Consumers Energy experience is a huge plus
- 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