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2027 Spring Electrical Engineer Co-op (Billerica, MA)
Applied Materials, Inc
Billerica, MA
…of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more…
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Information Assurance Systems Engineer
TEKsystems
Fort Meade, MD
- $55 to $80 USD / hour
The Digital Modernization Sector has a career opportunity for an Information Assurance Systems Engineer supporting the Global Solutions Management Operations II (GSM-O II) contract at DISA.…
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P3 Network Engineer
TEKsystems
Annapolis, MD
- $55 to $65 USD / hour
Our client is seeking a Network Engineer to join the ARINC Global Network (AGN) Implementation team. AGN is a globally distributed network that services a community of interest within the…
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Site Reliability Engineer
Highmark Health
Annapolis, MD
…operations to minimize downtime, improve system resilience, and to support clinical workflows and continuity of hospital operations. Works cross-functionally with AHN site leaders and teams…
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Mgr. Embedded Software Engineer 3
Northrop Grumman
Baltimore, MD
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems seeks to add an Mgr. Embedded Software Engineer 3 based out of Baltimore, MD. This position is in the E&S Baltimore and Partnered Sites supporting the…
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ENGINEER
CARDEROCK DIV NS
Bethesda, MD
…experience must demonstrate the following: as a professional engineer, leading the planning and execution of complex technical projects; researching and developing foreign maritime platform…
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Dev Lead
Eliassen Group
Annapolis, MD
- $110 to $120 USD / hour
Set technical direction for the backlog, supply technical detail for stories, and support refinement and story mapping.
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Knowledge Graph Architect
Eliassen Group
Annapolis, MD
- $100 to $120 USD / hour
…learned to create a reusable knowledge foundation that can support AI, GraphRAG, LLM, and agent-based applications. This role requires expertise in designing and building enterprise…
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Process Engineer, Chemical and Mechanical Polish (CMP)
Skorpios Technologies, Inc.
Temecula, CA
- $100,000 to $140,000 USD / year
The Chemical and Mechanical Polish (CMP) Process Development Engineer is responsible to help support the development of manufacturable, repeatable, and high yielding processes for…
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Sr. Manager, EAP, EAP
Amazon.com Services LLC
Nashville, TN · Bellevue, WA · Arlington, VA
…and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for…
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Site Reliability Engineer
Highmark Health
Baton Rouge, LA
…operations to minimize downtime, improve system resilience, and to support clinical workflows and continuity of hospital operations. Works cross-functionally with AHN site leaders and teams…
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Knowledge Graph Architect
Eliassen Group
Baton Rouge, LA
- $100 to $120 USD / hour
…learned to create a reusable knowledge foundation that can support AI, GraphRAG, LLM, and agent-based applications. This role requires expertise in designing and building enterprise…
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Dev Lead
Eliassen Group
Baton Rouge, LA
- $110 to $120 USD / hour
Set technical direction for the backlog, supply technical detail for stories, and support refinement and story mapping.
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Maximo Infrastructure Architect/Engineer
MaxAccelerate
Remote, United States
…IBM Maximo Infrastructure Architect to lead complete Maximo Application Suite 9 implementations for clients around the…
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Lead Electrical Engineer
Eaton Corporation
Davenport, IA
- $97,000 to $143,000 USD / year
Eaton’s AER MSD Mission System Division is currently seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer. This role is based in Davenport, IA. Relocation assistance will be provided to candidates within the…
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Electrical Engineer
Eaton Corporation
Davenport, IA
Eaton’s AER MSD Mission System Division is currently seeking a Electrical Engineer. This role is based in Davenport, IA.
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GENERAL ENGINEER (Title 5)
Air National Guard Units
Des Moines, IA
…LOCATION: 132d Wing, Des Moines, IA Responsibilities As a GENERAL ENGINEER (Title 5), GS-0801-12, you will perform the following duties. (Duty Statement for positions that require…
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Site Reliability Engineer
Highmark Health
Des Moines, IA
…operations to minimize downtime, improve system resilience, and to support clinical workflows and continuity of hospital operations. Works cross-functionally with AHN site leaders and teams…
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Dev Lead
Eliassen Group
Des Moines, IA
- $110 to $120 USD / hour
Set technical direction for the backlog, supply technical detail for stories, and support refinement and story mapping.
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Knowledge Graph Architect
Eliassen Group
Des Moines, IA
- $100 to $120 USD / hour
…learned to create a reusable knowledge foundation that can support AI, GraphRAG, LLM, and agent-based applications. This role requires expertise in designing and building enterprise…
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Sr Program Manager, Workplace Health & Safety, Central Programs Team
Amazon.com Services LLC
Nashville, TN · Bellevue, WA · Arlington, VA
Amazon Workplace Health & Safety’s (WHS) mission is to provide tools, resources, and environments that support safe, efficient, and healthy behaviors and encourage employees to proactively…
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Manager, Data Engineering- (DAFgiving360)
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…make a greater impact in their communities. As a Manager, Data Engineer, you will play a critical role in advancing DAFgiving360’s Foundation360 strategy by designing, building, and…
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Electrical Substation Engineer
Actalent
Cedar Park, TX
…detailed below for various projects and perform 3D layout/model to support the Design Area Lead or Lead/Director of Engineering. Design of standby systems (generator and/or UPS and battery…
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Electrical Substation Engineer
Actalent
Cedar Park, TX
…detailed below for various projects and perform 3D layout/model to support the Design Area Lead or Lead/Director of Engineering. Design of standby systems (generator and/or UPS and battery…
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Senior Full Stack Java Engineer – Data Streaming
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Based in Southlake, Texas, you’ll join the Data Exchange team and help build resilient enterprise solutions that support the reliable, timely movement of operational data across the firm.…

Actalent

Distribution Engineering I

Houston, TX, United States

$30 USD / hour

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Pay: $30 USD / hour
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 17, 2026

Original job description

Position Summary

The Distribution Engineer I role is an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Engineer looking to build a long-term career in the power utility industry. You'll work under the guidance of experienced technical leads to design and support overhead and underground electrical distribution systems ranging from 4kV to 138kV. This position offers exposure to utility design, field engineering, construction support, permitting, outage analysis, and modern utility technologies used to maintain and expand critical power infrastructure.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Design and develop work packages for overhead and underground distribution projects
Perform engineering calculations, including pole loading, guying, conductor sag and tension, and voltage drop analysis
Utilize AutoCAD, GIS platforms, and utility-specific design software to create engineering designs
Conduct field visits to gather project data, inspect existing infrastructure, and support engineering decisions
Prepare permitting documentation, easements, and right-of-way applications
Support construction activities by answering technical questions and reviewing field changes
Participate in outage investigations and root cause analysis efforts
Coordinate with project teams, field personnel, utilities, and other stakeholders to deliver safe and reliable designs
Learn and apply utility-specific engineering and construction standards

Long-Term Opportunity

This position offers a strong career path within the growing power and utilities sector. Engineers gain hands-on experience with utility design, field operations, permitting, construction support, GIS systems, project management, and power distribution engineering. The role provides structured training, mentorship from experienced engineers, and opportunities to take on greater technical responsibility as skills and experience grow.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position that begins with an in-office work setting for the first six months to support training, collaboration, and professional development. After that period, a hybrid schedule may be available. The role is primarily office-based, utilizing engineering software such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, GE Smallworld, and Bentley Expert Designer, with approximately 10% field work performing site visits, inspections, and occasional storm support activities. The environment is collaborative, technical, and focused on learning, safety, and long-term professional growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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Skills

Autodesk AutoCAD
GIS
Industrial software
Documentation
Root cause analysis
Building codes
Project management
ESRI ArcGIS
Inspection

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