Engineer 1 Distribution
Location: McDonough, Georgia
Country: United States
Category: Engineering
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Posted Date: March 24, 2026
Job ID: 645827
Job Description
Title Engineer 1 Distribution
Location McDonough GA
Pay range $ 32-36 per hour (DOE)
12 month Contract
The Planet Group is seeking an Electrical Engineer in the utility or energy sector responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient distribution of electricity or gas to customers.
Responsibilities
- Monitor electrical or gas distribution systems (transformers, circuit breakers, switches) using SCADA systems
- Respond to alarms, outages, and emergency situations; isolate issues and restore service safely
- Manage system load to maintain reliability, including load shedding and restoration during peak demand
- Perform switching operations to reconfigure systems, isolate faults, and restore service
- Troubleshoot system issues such as equipment failures, voltage fluctuations, and power quality concerns
- Analyze SCADA and operational data to identify trends, anomalies, and improvement opportunities
- Communicate effectively with field crews, dispatchers, and operations teams during routine and emergency events
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies
- Maintain accurate documentation of outages, system events, and maintenance activities
- Prepare reports and operational logs as required
- Participate in ongoing training to stay current with industry standards, tools, and regulations
- Support routine maintenance and inspections to ensure system reliability
- Collaborate with engineering, planning, and maintenance teams on upgrades, expansions, and repairs
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field (preferred for engineering candidates)
- Relevant experience in utility operations, distribution systems, or related engineering roles
- Familiarity with power or gas distribution systems and associated equipment
- NERC certification or other industry certifications (preferred or required depending on role/location)
- Proficiency with SCADA, DMS, and other utility software tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to make sound decisions under pressure, especially during emergencies
- Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends
EEO Statement
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The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.
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About The Planet Group
The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
