About Careertakes

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

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Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an Entry Level Distribution Engineer based in Tampa, FL. This contract-to-hire role supports power distribution infrastructure upgrades and storm-hardening projects across the Southeastern United States. You'll help with engineering calculations, distribution design, drafting construction drawings, and preparing project packages to improve system reliability.

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What You’ll Do

• Conduct site visits and document field conditions (visual inspection, equipment inventory, measurements, sketches, and photos).
• Compare field data to base plans and prepare accurate field notes for design work.
• Evaluate loading of equipment (transformers, poles, structural components) to ensure safe, code-compliant, cost-effective designs.
• Review and interpret local design manuals, utility standards, and jurisdictional details.
• Perform electric distribution designs following Utility standards and draft construction drawings for permitting and construction.
• Prepare project/job packages including material estimates and requisitions.
• Review proposed construction plans to assess impacts on existing distribution systems.
• Identify and develop solutions for conductor and structural clearance violations.
• Produce final design plan packages for implementation and ensure ISO compliance where applicable.
• Attend regular project team meetings and coordinate design activities with stakeholders.

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Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• ~1 year of engineering experience (entry-level / early-career candidates encouraged).
• Interest in Power / Energy / Utilities and distribution engineering.
• Proficiency in distribution design principles and engineering calculations.
• Experience with Bentley Open Utility Designer, Smallworld, Maximo, Pole Load, and AutoCAD is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills and initiative.

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Preferred / Additional Skills

• Hands-on design or engineering experience in electric utilities.
• Familiarity with primary and secondary distribution systems and utility design standards.
• Experience with Duke Energy distribution standards or similar utility systems is a plus.
• Experience interacting with customers, developers, or construction crews on distribution projects.
• Knowledge of MicroStation, BOUD/Maximo, or other industry software.
• EIT certification or having passed the Engineer-in-Training (Fundamentals) exam.
• Excellent customer service orientation.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $27.00/hr (Contract to Hire). Individual pay within this range will depend on qualifications, experience, and location.
• If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include:
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (pre-tax and Roth options)
  • Voluntary life & AD&D insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time off / PTO (where applicable)

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Workplace Type & Location

• Workplace: Fully onsite in Tampa, FL.
• Employment type: Contract (Contract-to-Hire).
• Anticipated application deadline: Aug 31, 2026.

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Process Notes & Accommodations

• Careertakes and our client may use AI-assisted tools to support sourcing and screening. These tools assist reviewers but do not replace human decision-making.
• If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Careertakes so we can assist.

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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.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.