About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Distribution Designer role supports the design and documentation of electric power distribution systems. You will contribute to grid-hardening and make-ready projects, assist engineering teams, and develop practical skills using industry design tools.

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Responsibilities

• Design and support electric power distribution systems for grid hardening, make-ready, and other power delivery initiatives.
• Prepare and update distribution design documentation to meet engineering standards and project requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers, field staff, and other designers to ensure accurate and timely deliverables.
• Use distribution design software (e.g., GDT) to support project planning, analysis, and execution.
• Review and interpret engineering data and field information for distribution projects.
• Support continuous improvement of design processes and overall quality of deliverables.
• Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn and grow within the power delivery and electric distribution industry.

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Minimum Qualifications

• 0–3 years of experience in distribution design or distribution engineering, or equivalent internship/co-op experience (entry-level).
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred; candidates with a relevant degree and ~1 year of experience are encouraged to apply.
• Foundational knowledge of power distribution and power delivery concepts.
• Basic proficiency with distribution design tools and a demonstrated ability to learn organization-specific applications.
• Strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and a team-oriented mindset.

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Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with GDT (Entergy software) is a plus.
• Experience or exposure to Katapult, PoleForeman, or similar distribution design workflows is beneficial.
• Interest in advancing technical knowledge in distribution engineering and electrical design.
• Comfortable working in a structured, office-based environment and using CAD/design tools.

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Work Environment

• This is a fully onsite, office-based role working approximately 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday) in Lake Park, FL.
• You will work with engineers and designers using industry-standard design and analysis tools.
• The position is Contract-to-Hire and includes structured team collaboration and mentorship opportunities.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour. Individual pay within this range depends on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors.
• If eligible, benefits for this role may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance options, disability coverage, HSA, employee assistance program, and paid time off. Benefits eligibility may depend on job classification and length of employment.

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Job Type & Location

• Contract to Hire — Full time (onsite)
• Location: Lake Park, FL (on-site)

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Application Deadline

• This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

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Legal & Accommodations

Careertakes and our client follow applicable federal and state hiring laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; please request accommodations through the Careertakes process or the contact method provided in the application. Final hiring decisions are made by people and the process may include automated tools to help screen applications.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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