Distribution Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Distribution Engineer

Job Description

A Distribution Engineer is responsible for designing, planning, and managing electrical distribution systems that deliver electricity to homes, businesses, and industries. They play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient distribution of electrical power.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and optimize electrical distribution systems, including overhead and underground lines, substations, transformers, and other components, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Perform load flow analysis, fault analysis, and voltage drop calculations to assess the capacity and performance of the distribution network, identifying and mitigating potential issues.
• Maintain accurate records of distribution equipment, perform condition assessments, and recommend maintenance, repair, or replacement of aging or damaged assets.
• Specify and select distribution equipment, such as transformers, circuit breakers, switches, and protective devices, considering factors like voltage levels and load requirements.
• Ensure that distribution system designs meet safety standards, environmental regulations, and industry codes, collaborating with regulatory authorities for approvals and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the reliability of the distribution system, reduce downtime, and improve power quality, implementing strategies for system resilience.
• Evaluate requests for new electrical connections, assess their impact on the distribution network, and design the necessary infrastructure to support new customers.
• Manage distribution infrastructure projects from conception to completion, coordinating with construction crews, contractors, and vendors to ensure project timelines and budgets are met.
• Respond to emergency situations, such as power outages or equipment failures, by conducting rapid assessments and developing solutions to restore power.
• Analyze data from monitoring systems, smart grids, and sensors to gain insights into distribution system performance and make data-driven decisions.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, or electrical engineering, or a related field is typically required.
• Exposure to distribution system design software, computer-aided design (CAD) tools, and power system simulation software.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical distribution principles, grid operation, protection systems, and equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for assessing network performance, diagnosing issues, and proposing solutions.
• A strong commitment to safety protocols and procedures in designing and maintaining electrical distribution systems.
• Project management skills to effectively plan, execute, and oversee distribution infrastructure projects.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt to new technologies, industry trends, and changing energy demands in the electrical distribution sector.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with AutoCAD and GIS (Geographic Information Systems).

Work Environment

Tuscaloosa AL, primarily in-office with some field work and storm duty.

This is a Contract position based out of Tuscaloosa, AL.

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $44.00/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)

This is a Contract position based out of Tuscaloosa, AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Tuscaloosa,AL.

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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