Engineering Technologist II

Engineering Technologist II (Contract, Durham, NC)

Base pay range: $31.13/hr - $36.13/hr

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for an Engineering Technologist II with our large power and utilities client in Durham, NC. This is a 24‑month contract with a potential for extension. This is a hybrid position – 3 days a week in office.

Pay: $31.13 – $36.13/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no benefits. ACA‑compliant supplemental package available for enrollment.

• Daily review of Maximo Work Management System for new work orders and changes to existing customer‑facing work orders.
• Call/email/text customers in response to questions and concerns no later than next business day.
• Arrange on‑site meetings with customers to take field notes and design sketches for new electric service to residential/commercial buildings (includes Primary and Secondary Voltage equipment design) to meet customer needs and standards.
• Estimate costs for customers where applicable prior to service.
• Design work in Design Lite tool.
• Provide technical expertise to solve more complex problems and lead oversight of work in a specific area of expertise, with some supervision.
• Develop advanced skills and work with greater independence.
• Provide guidance in identification, analysis and resolution of problems in area of expertise.
• Ensure accomplishment of business goals through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities.
• Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches.
• Conduct engineering and related studies.
• Strive to continually improve technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance.
• Develop positive working relationships to coordinate work activities.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Support company goals and represent the company positively and professionally.
• Once work is scheduled, ensure any construction issues are resolved up to the meter being set.
• No electrical hands‑on work required, but PPE (hard hat, EH safety shoes, leather gloves, traffic vest) required. Safety is part of the job.
• 40 hrs/week is the norm. In case of major storm, may be given opportunity to work in scout/damage‑assessor role with overtime.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (or equivalent) or 4 years experience with an Associate Degree, or 6–10 years equivalent experience with no degree.
• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio‑economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds. Good written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in the utility industry.
• Understanding of basic principles of project management.

Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affluent Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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