Entry-Level Engineer – Lighting Design Engineer (Customer-Facing Role)

Overview

We are seeking an Entry-Level Engineer to support a utility lighting department serving operations centers along the west coast of Florida. This is a customer-facing design role where you’ll manage lighting work orders from assignment through completion, ensuring high-quality service and efficient project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the lifecycle of assigned lighting projects

Communicate with customers via phone, email, and in person
Conduct site visits to verify field conditions and review project requests with customers
Review and confirm billing information prior to design initiation
Develop and input complete lighting designs to move work orders forward
Present proposals, contracts, and Contribution In Aid of Construction (CIAC) costs to customers
Maintain accurate records of all customer interactions within Maximo
Provide proactive status updates and maintain strong customer relationships
Prepare permit packages and complete required documentation, including locate and outage information
Stake future installation locations (e.g., poles, pedestals)
Maintain accurate project timelines, including target start and completion dates
Ensure cost-effective design solutions and minimize the need for rework or adjustments

Required Skills

Design and engineering fundamentals

Electrical engineering knowledge
Distribution and power system design
Lighting design principles
Proficiency or familiarity with tools such as MicroStation
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (from an accredited four-year university)

Understanding of basic engineering theories, principles, and problem-solving approaches
Ability to evaluate alternatives and make sound recommendations
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to work with diverse populations across various backgrounds
Detail-oriented with strong data management capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

EIT certification or successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam

Basic understanding of project management principles
Experience in the electric utility industry
Knowledge of primary and secondary distribution systems and utility standards
Familiarity with design software such as Maximo, Smallworld, Bentley Open Utility Designer, or MicroStation
Lighting design or engineering experience
General construction knowledge and aptitude

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clearwater, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $27.00/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 Clearwater,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026.

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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Posting ID: JP-006077673