Distribution Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electric Distribution Designer

Job Description

We are seeking an Electric Distribution Designer to join our innovative team to enhance infrastructure within a utility setting. The ideal candidate will possess at least 2 years of direct experience in electrical distribution design and will be solution-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of maintaining high standards under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical distribution systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client specifications.
• Collaborate with clients, project managers, and team members to gather project requirements and provide updates on progress.
• Communicate with the public to inform them of upcoming project work in their area to minimize disruption and maintain community engagement.
• Complete asset assessments of overhead and underground electric equipment.
• Produce detailed design documentation, including drawings and specifications, while ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Complete engineering functions and calculations (e.g., voltage drop, flicker).
• Perform site assessments and feasibility studies for proposed projects.
• Prepare and facilitate requests for forestry, permitting, and Right-of-Way acquisition.
• Perform detailed analysis of utility poles utilizing PoleForeman software.
• Prepare joint pole authorizations.
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance of team designs and analysis.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation for easy retrieval and reference.
• Contribute to a positive team environment, fostering collaboration and open communication.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in electrical distribution design.
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD.
• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with utility software such as DDS and Crews.
• Ability to perform detailed engineering calculations and analyses.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in a technical field preferred.
• Experience in power distribution and engineering.
• Familiarity with industry standards and client specifications.
• Experience with distribution design software and tools.

Work Environment

Work involves a hybrid schedule with 3 days a week in the Columbus, OH office, and 2 days working from home after training. The department is experiencing significant growth, offering opportunities for advancement and professional development in a supportive environment. Employees will receive vacation and holiday benefits during their tenure.

This is a Contract position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Cincinnati,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.