Distribution Engineer

Distribution EngineerActalent Services, LLC 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.The position falls within the Distribution Department of the organization. They will design and review overhead and underground distribution lines from 4 kV to 69 kV. They will engineer and design overhead, URD, re-conductoring and asset replacement projects, and underground cable/conduit distribution design work packages. They will review completed designs and design products to ensure compliance with client quality and consistency standards.Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesDesign and review overhead and underground distribution lines from 4 kV to 69 kVDevelop overhead, URD, re-conductoring and asset replacement projects, and underground cable/conduit work packagesDesign complex overhead and underground distribution projects in urban and rural environments in compliance with client's engineering and construction specifications, field engineering of project requirements, identification of conflicting utilities, engineering and design calculations, and programming of protective line equipment.Coordinate small design teams as needed to develop budgets, prepare scoping documents, design criteria, and project deliverables.Provide clients with engineering assistance during construction, and be available to attend construction meetings, coordination efforts and community outreach as needed.Identify and initiate corrective action when project objectives are not being metInterpret codes and regulations and develop standards for construction projectsPromote engineering professionalism and standardsDevelop, recommend, and implement plans by establishing goals, objectives, and requirements that include all scheduling, resources, and information for complex engineeringSkills and RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED requiredPreferred: Associate degree in Drafting, GIS, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related technical fieldTechnical training, certifications, or coursework related to utility design, telecommunications, GIS, CAD, or electric utility infrastructure2+ years of utility, telecom, joint use, or make-ready design experienceExperience in one or more of the following:Pole Loading AnalysisTelecom Attachment DesignJoint use or make-ready projects supporting electric utilities or telecommunications providersJETS software experienceAutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, or utility design platformsJob Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Birmingham, AL.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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 TypeThis is a fully remote position.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.