Distribution Designer

Entry Level Distribution Designer

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Distribution Designer to perform detailed design work, including the preparation of drawings, specifications, and estimates for review and approval by the responsible engineer.

Responsibilities

Possess a thorough knowledge of technical practices and procedures in areas such as Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation and Control, Protective Relaying, Transmission Design, Substation Design, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Distribution Engineering, Surveying, GIS and Mapping, and CADD.

Prepare manual or computer-assisted design and construction drawings of a complex nature with neatness and minimal errors.

Perform design services requiring a full understanding of drawings, specifications, and industry standards.

Participate in the preparation of cost estimates, specifications, evaluations, and requisitions.

Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations.

Coordinate equipment deliveries and design development to meet project schedules.

Acquire on-site field data to accomplish design or to monitor and evaluate equipment performance.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in design, utility design, and distribution design.

Experience with field data collection and analysis.

Familiarity with GIS, distribution engineering, civil and mechanical design.

Competence in CADD, substation design, transmission design, protective relay, and instrumentation controls.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Associate Degree or equivalent in a technical field preferred.

Minimum of 2 years relevant experience required without a degree.

Demonstrated leadership and technical capability to perform job duties and responsibilities.

Work Environment

The position is based in an office with the opportunity for flexible hours once trained. There is also a possibility to work from home for up to 2 days a week, contingent upon training completion and management discretion.

Location

This position is based out of The Plains, Ohio and will be traveling.

For any questions or inquiries regarding this position please contact : 'salthoff@actalentservices.com'

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00 / 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 onsite position in The Plains,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2025.

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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