Job Title: Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Design Engineer to join our team. This role involves interacting with customers to identify their needs for distribution design improvements and then creating designs using proprietary software. You will be responsible for submitting requests in internal systems and ensuring the completion of work in the field. Approximately 40% of your time will be spent meeting with customers, while the remaining 60% will be dedicated to office-based design execution.

Responsibilities

• Interact with customers to determine their needs for distribution design improvements.
• Design necessary work using proprietary design software.
• Submit requests in internal systems and oversee the completion of work in the field.
• Meet with customers approximately 40% of the time.
• Execute designs in the office approximately 60% of the time.
• Utilize electrical knowledge, including understanding transformers, electrical distribution of power, and conductors.

Essential Skills

• ABET accredited Bachelor's Degree within engineering (ME, EE, CE) or engineering technology (MET, EET, CET).
• Critical thinking skills.
• Ability to present oneself professionally.
• Desire to work for a large utility.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous distribution design experience is a plus.

Work Environment

The role offers a hybrid schedule with in-office work on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday initially, transitioning to five days a week in the office after June 2nd. You will have your own cubicle and workstation, working within a small team of technicians both in the office and the field. The dress code is business casual, typically jeans and a polo. Flexible hours can accommodate personal schedules and night classes, ranging from 7 AM - 4 PM, 8 AM - 5 PM, etc.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.65 - $28.65/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 Fort Wayne,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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

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.

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