Distribution Engineering Designer

Company: Sterling Engineering Inc.
Location: Gastonia
Posted on: February 22, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Title: Distribution Engineering Designer Location: Gastonia, NC Hire Type: Contract-to-Hire (6–12 months conversion) Salary: $25–$35/hr (based on experience) Benefits: Medical, dental, vision Sterling Engineering is looking for a Distribution Engineering Designer to support electric utility distribution projects. This opportunity is with a growing engineering services team supporting major utility infrastructure work. Job Duties: Produce CAD-based electric distribution design drawings and Bills of Material (BOM). Perform field data collection using standard tools, methods, and processes. Support utility relocation, subdivision services, service drops, and service audits. Participate in scheduled safety meetings and adhere to safety standards. Support distribution design projects for Duke Energy. Qualifications: 2 years of distribution design experience (5 years for higher pay range). Experience supporting electric utility distribution projects. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program preferred. FE certification counts toward experience; PE license preferred. Experience with Maximo or similar utility systems preferred. Ability to work onsite in Gastonia, NC. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national

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