Entry Level Engineer

Job Description

About the Job – Entry Level Engineer (Tallahassee, FL)

Lensa, a career site connecting job seekers with opportunities in the US, is promoting this position on behalf of Actalent. Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions, helping companies advance initiatives through specialized experts.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tallahassee, FL. The role is unique in its workplace type, as it is listed as a fully remote position, despite the job description also indicating work in the Tallahassee office and field work in the Panhandle. Clarification may be needed regarding the remote status versus the physical work requirements.

The anticipated close date for applications is March 18, 2026.

Job Description

Join Actalent’s team as a Junior Level Engineer in Tallahassee, contributing to critical power distribution infrastructure upgrades and storm hardening projects across Florida. This role offers a blend of hands-on field assessments and technical distribution design work, playing a vital part in enhancing the region’s power systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field assessments, including site visits, visual inspections, precise measurements, photography, and the compilation of detailed field reports.
• Perform essential engineering calculations and design work for projects involving:
  • Replacement of deteriorated cables.
  • Relocation of overhead lines underground.
  • Reconductoring of existing distribution lines.
  • Replacement of aging equipment.
• Apply expertise in structural analysis, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, fault currents, and coordination of protective measures in all design projects.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering from a four-year ABET accredited college or university.
• Field Work: Ability to work in the field 50% of the time, predominantly in the Panhandle region.
• Interest: Demonstrated interest in Power, Energy, or Utilities.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Proficiency in distribution design and power distribution concepts.
  • Knowledge of software and tools such as BOUD (Bentley Open Utility Designer), Smallworld, Maximo, Pole Load, AutoCAD, and survey field data.
  • Understanding of quality control principles.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Industry Knowledge: Experience or basic knowledge of concepts within the electric utility industry, specifically primary and secondary distribution systems.
• Engineering Fundamentals: Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.
• Problem Solving: Ability to research engineering and design issues, evaluate alternatives, and prepare/present recommendations effectively.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, self-motivation, initiative, and a strong desire to learn.
• Communication: Good written and oral communication skills for frequent customer interaction.

Work Environment

While the job is listed as “fully remote,” the description indicates primary work in the Tallahassee office and field work in the Panhandle. The successful candidate will report to a Project Manager on the power team in Tampa. The culture emphasizes tackling complex challenges related to load growth and grid reliability.

Actalent offers significant career development opportunities in an employee-owned environment, including:

• eLearning programs.
• Instructor-led training.
• Mentoring and coaching programs.
• Recognition programs.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this temporary role is $27.00 – $27.00/hr.

Eligible temporary employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package, subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. Benefits may include:

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For reasonable accommodation requests during the application or interview process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com.