Engineering Technologist I - Entry-Level Distribution Design
Asplundh Engineering Services, LLC
Charlotte, NC
Description
Kickstart Your Utility Engineering Career—Learn, Grow, and Make an Impact From Day One.
Join Asplundh Engineering Services and gain hands‑on experience in utility distribution design. You’ll receive structured training, real‑world field exposure, and the support of a team invested in helping you build a long-term engineering career.
As an Engineering Technologist I, you will begin your engineering career by supporting electrical distribution design projects for major utility partners. You’ll collect field data, prepare cost‑effective designs, and learn to produce construction‑ready job plans. With structured training and mentorship, you’ll develop your technical skills and gradually move toward independent project work.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology OR minimum 1 year of related experience
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to follow technical standards and processes
- CAD experience (AutoCAD or MicroStation) a plus, not required
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
- Gather and analyze field data to support distribution design
- Assist in developing cost‑effective construction‑ready design packages
- Apply customer standards to ensure safe, accurate deliverables
- Coordinate basic permitting requirements
- Support construction teams by helping resolve design questions
- Complete field verifications as needed
- Meet productivity expectations and project timelines
- Other duties as assigned
FIELD WORK DISCLAIMER
CAREER GROWTH
About Us
Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) brings over 100 years of expertise to deliver top-notch engineering, design, planning, and testing services for transmission, distribution, substation, and renewable infrastructure markets across the U.S.
An Asplundh Company
As part of the Asplundh family, AES benefits from extensive resources and a century of experience. Together, we provide utilities with comprehensive end-to-end services, from design to construction, testing, and maintenance, ensuring reliability and peace of mind.
Our Commitment
At AES, we believe in tackling challenges together with our customers, leveraging our collective experience and resources to achieve success in every project.
Benefits
We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.
Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please note:
- All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
- Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.