Asset Designer

Asset Designer

We are seeking a detail-oriented Asset Designer to join our team supporting significant energy projects. This role offers a unique opportunity for full-cycle engineering involvement, including field work, permitting, and design, setting it apart from other firms that separate these functions. The ideal candidate will have experience in utility design or a degree in a relevant engineering discipline.

Responsibilities

Perform field investigations and collect data for substation and distribution projects.

Develop detailed asset designs using AutoCAD, MicroStation, SolidWorks, and Duke-specific platforms.

Prepare permit packages and coordinate with regulatory agencies.

Collaborate with engineers and project managers to ensure design accuracy and compliance.

Maintain and update asset records in Duke's systems.

Support long-term work orders assigned by substations, with projects spanning several months.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in design and drafting software, including AutoCAD and MicroStation.

Experience or knowledge in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Design.

Familiarity with power system design, including substation and distribution design.

Ability to perform field engineering tasks and data collection.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in asset design, electrical distribution, or utility infrastructure.

Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Engineering is preferred, but not required if the candidate has strong hands-on experience.

Knowledge of Duke-specific platforms like BOUD, SEDs, and SolidWorks.

Work Environment

The role offers a balanced 50/50 split between office and field functions. Our office environment is dynamic and positive, featuring a new 1900 sqft space equipped with amenities like a foosball table and shuffleboard. We support a collaborative and engaged team, working on a long-term program that will significantly enhance power distribution reliability. We offer great benefits, including an ESOP with a 6% salary contribution, a 401K with a 50% match up to 6% of salary, yearly performance raises, and excellent healthcare benefits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Charlotte, North Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte, NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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

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