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Electric Distribution Designer

Primary Talent Partners
  • Sanford, NC
  • $32–$37 Per Hour
  • Quick Apply
5 days ago

Job Description

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for Electric Distribution Designer with our large power and utilities client in Sanford, NC and Charlotte, NC. This is a 12-month contract with a potential for extension.

Pay:$32.00 - $37.00/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship.

Description:
The Engineering Technologist II provides technical support for electric distribution projects by assisting with service design, project coordination, and customer-facing activities. This role serves as a key point of contact for customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to facilitate new service requests and distribution system improvements. The successful candidate will apply utility construction knowledge, perform field evaluations, utilize design tools and spreadsheets, and support project execution while maintaining a strong focus on customer service and teamwork.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Support the design and coordination of electric distribution service projects.
  • Gather and validate project information from customers, contractors, electricians, and field personnel.
  • Utilize established design tools, spreadsheets, and work management systems to determine project requirements, equipment sizing, and material needs.
  • Perform field visits to assess site conditions and support project development.
  • Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, and external customers throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Create and maintain project documentation, records, and system data within company applications.
  • Support design activities and work order development using utility design and asset management systems.
  • Provide professional, customer-focused communication while resolving questions and addressing service-related concerns.
  • Ensure designs and project activities comply with company standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
  • Collaborate effectively with team members and contribute to a positive team environment.


Required Qualifications:
  • Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Electrical Technology, Construction Management, or a related technical field; OR equivalent combination of education and relevant utility experience.
  • 2+ years of experience in utility operations, electric distribution, construction, field operations, engineering support, or a related technical environment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact directly with customers, contractors, and field personnel.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
  • Ability to learn utility design processes, work management systems, and engineering tools.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to field locations as required.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in electric utility distribution, line construction, or field operations.
  • Previous experience as a lineworker, utility field technician, construction coordinator, or similar role.
  • Familiarity with utility work management and asset management systems such as Maximo.
  • Knowledge of electric distribution system components and construction practices.
  • Experience working directly with customers, contractors, and developers.


Desired Skills & Attributes:
  • Strong customer service mindset.
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Practical problem-solving and sound judgment.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently after training.
  • Collaborative team player who contributes to a productive work environment.
  • Ability to balance technical responsibilities with customer-facing interactions.


Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at info@primarytalentpartners.com

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Numbers & Facts

LocationSanford, NC
Salary$32–$37 Per Hour

Skills

  • Asset Managementunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Construction Managementunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Data Qualityunmatched
  • Distribution Operationsunmatched
  • Distribution Servicesunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Electrical Componentsunmatched
  • Electrical Designunmatched
  • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
  • Electrical Utilityunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • IBM Maximo Asset Managementunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • On Site Supportunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Managementunmatched
  • Project Developmentunmatched
  • Project Executionunmatched
  • Project Lifecycleunmatched
  • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
  • Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
  • Safety Trainingunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Site Evaluationunmatched
  • Spreadsheetsunmatched
  • Systems Engineeringunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical Leadershipunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched

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