Design Engineer (Entry Level)

Actalent • Fort Wayne, IN

384d • $59,592 - $59,592 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Design Engineer position at Actalent is an entry-level opportunity aimed at individuals looking to start their careers in the utility industry. The role involves engaging with customers to assess their needs for distribution design improvements and utilizing proprietary design software to create the necessary designs. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for both in-office and remote work, and provides opportunities for career advancement within the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (ME, EE, CE) or engineering technology (MET, EET, CET) from an ABET accredited program.
• Electrical knowledge, including understanding of transformers, electrical distribution of power, and conductors.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Professional presentation skills.
• Desire to work for a large utility company.

Nice To Haves

• Previous distribution design experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Interact with customers to understand their distribution design improvement needs.
• Design the required work using proprietary design software.
• Submit design requests in internal systems and oversee the completion of work in the field.
• Spend approximately 40% of time meeting with customers and 60% executing designs in the office.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Vacation or Sick Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees