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Utilities Service, LLC Engineering Technologist III - Senior Distribution Design Specialist in Charlotte, North Carolina
Description
Lead Complex Utility Design Projects—Your Expertise Powers the Grid.
As a senior contributor at Asplundh Engineering Services, you’ll take ownership of high‑level distribution design projects, mentor others, and help drive engineering excellence for major utility partners. Your experience will directly enhance safety, reliability, and system performance across the region.
The Engineering Technologist III serves as a senior‑level technical expert responsible for performing advanced distribution planning and design activities. You’ll manage complex projects, solve technical challenges, interface with customers and construction teams, and ensure the delivery of accurate, cost‑effective design solutions with minimal direction.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
6+ years of distribution planning experience OR
Combination of Engineering Technology education and high‑level utility design experience
Strong technical judgment and ability to resolve complex design issues
Excellent communication and customer‑facing skills
Ability to lead tasks, mentor peers, and work independently
CAD experience helpful but not required
Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
Lead complex distribution design work using advanced technical principles
Oversee field data analysis and ensure accuracy in design deliverables
Develop cost‑effective design packages aligned with customer standards
Lead permitting coordination efforts with municipalities
Support construction teams and resolve escalated design issues
Perform advanced field verifications as required
Serve as a technical resource and mentor to junior team members
Manage workload to support deadlines, budgets, and quality standards
Other duties as assigned
FIELD WORK DISCLAIMER
Applicants must be comfortable performing field work as needed. Safety protocols—including PPE, hard hats, eye/ear protection, and proper footwear—are strictly enforced. Fieldwork may require walking, standing, and carrying equipment for extended periods.
CAREER GROWTH
Technologist III employees may advance into senior engineering, project management, design leadership, or technical specialist roles.
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.
Notice to Agencies: We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.