Distribution Designer

Job Title: Distribution Designer
Job Description
Join a dynamic team as a Distribution Designer where you will contribute to shaping how electricity is generated, transmitted, and delivered to meet global energy demands. This role is not just a job but a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation, and leave a mark on our energy future.
Responsibilities

• Apply client and company policies and procedures to develop moderately complex work order designs for overhead and underground electrical distribution facilities.
• Prepare work orders and job packages including bills of material, permit coordination, requisitions, site and construction drawings for electrical installations.
• Create and design work orders using client work management systems and design tools.
• Identify standard overhead and underground distribution facilities and utility equipment.
• Conduct field data collection including measuring, mapping, photography, equipment inventory, and staking.
• Utilize technology tools such as laser range finders, digital cameras, and cellular signal meter tools.
• Organize and document collected field data for use in project design.
• Coordinate with client construction personnel to resolve work site issues.
• Communicate effectively with clients and customers on schedules, commitments, and project expectations.
• Promote safety policies and procedures, including proper use of PPE.
• Lead, mentor, and provide technical support for teammates.
• Continuously improve job-related, technical, and professional knowledge and skills.
• Develop positive working relationships with clients and teammates.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Plan, organize, estimate, schedule, and monitor work activities.
• Provide engineering and technical expertise in problem identification, analysis, and resolution.
• Work independently on moderately complex work orders and assist junior engineers and designers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Conduct occasional field work (5% to 20%) in various terrains and environments.

Essential Skills

• Associate's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in the relevant discipline.
• Hands-on experience with computer applications specific to the discipline.
• Knowledge of industry standards for the supported discipline.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or consulting firm.
• More than 2 years of Distribution Design experience.
• Experience with BOUD tools.
• Experience with substation design, power distribution, and utility design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and drafting/CAD software.

Work Environment
This position offers a hybrid work environment, requiring attendance at the Phoenix, Tucson, or Albuquerque office 2 to 3 times a week, with the option to work remotely on other days. The role may involve occasional field work in varying weather conditions and terrains.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Phoenix,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 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.


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