Remote Distribution Designer

Remote Distribution Designer

Actalent connects passion with purpose. We are supporting critical engineering and sciences initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. With almost 40 years of experience, our scalable talent solutions and engineering and sciences services provide the expertise our customers need to achieve more.

Position Summary

Provide distribution design for overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems from 4kV to 69kV.

Perform design activities, quality reviews, schedule monitoring, budget/schedule impact reporting, risk identification, and suggest design/construction improvement opportunities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Design overhead and/or underground distribution facilities.
• Prepare design sketches, drawings, cost estimates, bills of material, and other construction documents.
• Apply client standards, specifications, guidelines, and industry standards to all designs.
• Perform distribution system design calculations.
• Prepare or oversee construction design documents (plan and profile, structure loadings, design details, trench/conduit drawings, equipment specs).
• Communicate with client and engineers to identify system requirements and Right of Way needs.
• Acquire field data and coordinate with field survey teams for accurate design.

Education and Experience Requirements

• 3+ years of experience designing electric utility distribution systems in a consulting or utility environment.
• 3+ years of electrical design experience using MicroStation or AutoCAD.
• 3+ years of experience using distribution design software
• Associate degree in applied science (AAS) in drafting/CAD design, or civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering technology; or equivalent education/experience.

Requisite Abilities and Skills

• Intermediate ability to develop wiring diagrams and cable/conduit tables from schematics.
• Intermediate knowledge of one‑line and three‑line electrical drawings and fuse/circuit breaker coordination.
• Intermediate understanding of design practices and engineering systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively—providing information and seeking assistance when needed.

Job Type & Location: This is a Permanent position based out of Reading, PA.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 fully remote position.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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.

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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.