Job Description

RCS Staffing has an immediate need for a Design Engineer I in Charlotte, NC. This is a full-time contract-to-hire On-Site assignment with our client. This position offers a competitive package including benefits, vacation and holidays.

Overview of YOUR role as a Design Engineer I

As a Design Engineer I, you will perform lighting design for utility infrastructure projects while working directly with customers and clients to provide excellent customer service. This role combines office-based design work with approximately 30% field work throughout the year, including field visits, damage assessments, and support for storm restoration efforts. You will be responsible for translating customer requirements into quality designs while maintaining strong relationships and supporting critical utility operations during weather events.

As a Design Engineer I YOU will:

· Perform lighting design for utility infrastructure projects
· Work directly with customers and clients, providing excellent customer service and technical guidance
· Conduct field visits to assess site conditions and project requirements
· Perform damage assessments and support storm restoration efforts as needed
· Prepare design drawings and documentation for lighting projects
· Support approximately 30% field work and storm response activities throughout the year
· Spend approximately 70% of time in the office performing design and technical work
· Collaborate with project teams and utility stakeholders on design solutions
· Document findings and provide recommendations for design and construction
· Participate in storm response activities when called upon

YOU are the ideal Design Engineer I candidate if you have:

· Entry-level Engineering degree or equivalent experience as an experienced Design Technician
· Prior experience in construction, utility, or pipeline industry (preferred)
· Must be local to the Charlotte, NC area and able to work 100% onsite (required)
· Strong customer service and communication skills (required)
· Comfortable working in both office and field environments
· Willingness to participate in storm response activities as needed
· Basic proficiency with computer aided design or GIS tools
· Ability to conduct field assessments and gather project information
· Professional demeanor and strong attention to detail
· Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites

It's a BONUS if you have:

· Knowledge of Computer Aided Design (CAD) software
· GIS design and mapping experience
· Experience with utility lighting design standards
· Previous storm restoration or emergency response experience
· Familiarity with utility industry codes and standards
· Project coordination or customer management experience
· Advanced technical skills in design software platforms

About Our CLIENT

Our Client is a national engineering and consulting firm with over 3,100 professionals dedicated to delivering innovative, sustainable solutions for utilities, infrastructure, and industrial clients. Headquartered in Warrenville, Illinois, and recognized as an ENR Top 20 Power Sector design firm, they bring deep expertise in power delivery, generation, renewables, telecommunications, and field services. With a culture rooted in collaboration, integrity, and work-life balance, they offer comprehensive employee benefits such as flexible remote work options, generous PTO, and health and retirement plans. Their mission centers on exceeding client expectations while making a positive impact on the industries and communities they serve.

Who WE Are

RCS Staffing is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in the recruitment of professionals for best-of-class companies throughout the United States. Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions and provides customized payroll services. Our Recruiting Specialties consist of all Engineering Disciplines, Project Management, Project Controls, Information Technology, Energy Efficiency and Business Professionals.

RCS is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. RCS recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, genetic information or age. All terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, benefits, work assignment, availability of facilities and privileges of employment are administered on the same basis of equality.