Job Title: Utility Engineer
Job Description

Join our team as a Utility Engineer and contribute to the design and development of power distribution infrastructure. This role involves working on Make Ready and Joint Use projects to support the integration of various utilities like AT&T, Verizon, fiber optic, and 5G onto existing infrastructure. You will ensure that designs meet quality, time, and budget constraints while adhering to established guidelines and procedures.

ResponsibilitiesExecute work orders for the design of power distribution infrastructure, ensuring quality, time, and budget constraints are met.Perform end-to-end Make-Ready/Joint-use, and general distribution design, applying established design guidelines, processes, and procedures.Conduct pole loading analysis, field data review, data entry, and other related tasks to complete design and construction prints.Utilize Open Utilities, a Microstation/AutoCAD-based design software, and PoleForeman for pole analysis.Develop detailed design prints using CAD software such as Bentley, Microstation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, SolidWorks, or similar design software.Ensure compliance with National Electric Safety Codes (NESC) to determine corrective actions for spacing/clearance of components on the poles.Essential SkillsExperience in utility design, distribution, LVD (low voltage distribution), make ready, or joint use work.Proficiency in using design software such as Microstation, AutoCAD, or similar.Knowledge of pole loading analysis and related software like PoleForeman, PLS-CAD, O-Calc.Familiarity with National Electric Safety Codes (NESC) for corrective actions and compliance.Associates or Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.Additional Skills & QualificationsKnowledge of utility infrastructure, pole installation, clearances, transformers, distribution lines, and down guys.Experience with software mapping tools like ESRI or ArcGIS.Entry-level candidates with relevant degrees or experience in utility or communication company design work are welcome.Work Environment

You will work in our state-of-the-art office in Livonia, which is being expanded to accommodate planned growth. This role starts as a contract position with the potential to become a direct hire after nine months. Initially, you will report daily to the office, but there will be opportunities for a hybrid work week once you consistently deliver quality work. The work environment offers opportunities for career advancement into leadership or project management roles with proven performance.

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

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