<p>Job Title: Field Technician/Distribution Designer</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>Join our team as a Junior Level Engineer in Tallahassee to support power distribution infrastructure upgrades and storm hardening projects across Florida. This position involves both field assessments and distribution design, contributing to essential improvements in the region's power systems.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Conduct field assessments including site visits, visual inspections, measurements, photographs, and writing field reports. </li><li>Perform engineering calculations and design work to replace deteriorated cables, relocate overhead lines underground, reconductor existing distribution lines, and replace aging equipment. </li><li>Utilize structural analysis, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, fault currents, and coordination of protective measures in design projects. </li></ul> <p>Essential Skills</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Science in Engineering from a four-year ABET accredited college or university. </li><li>Ability to work in the field 50% of the time. </li><li>Interest in Power/Energy/Utilities. </li></ul> <p>Additional Skills & Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Experience or basic knowledge of concepts in the electric utility industry, including primary and secondary distribution systems. </li><li>Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles. </li><li>Ability to research engineering and design issues, evaluate alternatives, and prepare/present recommendations. </li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, self-motivation, initiative, and the desire to learn. </li><li>Good written and oral communication skills for frequent customer interaction. </li><li>Proficiency in distribution design and power distribution. </li><li>Knowledge of BOUD, Bentley Open Utility Designer, quality control, Smallworld, Maximo, Pole Load, AutoCAD, and survey field data. </li></ul> <p>Work Environment</p> <p>Work primarily in the Tallahassee office and perform field work in the Panhandle. Report to a Project Manager on the power team in Tampa. Embrace a culture that values addressing complex challenges tied to load growth and grid reliability. Benefit from career development opportunities including eLearning, instructor-led training, mentoring, coaching, and recognition programs in an employee-owned environment.</p> <p>This is a position with field work primarily in the geographical area between Spring Hill and Tallahassee, Florida. Levy County is the ideal central location. Candidates must be willing to work outside in the Florida elements and drive to project sites. The role offers a long-term opportunity within a well-established company, providing a structured path for career advancement and excellent benefits once brought on direct, including ESOP, 401K, and comprehensive healthcare benefits.</p> <p>Job Type & Location</p> <p>This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tallahassee, FL.</p> <p>Pay and Benefits</p> <p>The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $27.00/hr.</p> <p>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)</p> <p>Workplace Type</p> <p>This is a fully remote position.</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2026.</p> <p>About Actalent</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.</p>