Actalent is hiring : Distribution Designer in Raleigh

Job Title : Distribution Designer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Distribution Designer to join our team in North Carolina. The role involves supporting power distribution infrastructure upgrades and storm hardening projects. You will be working on significant initiatives that include replacing deteriorating cables, transitioning overhead lines to underground, reconductoring existing distribution lines, and replacing aging poles.

Responsibilities

Perform engineering calculations and design for power distribution projects.

Conduct structural analysis of poles, guying, cable pulling, electric demand, and fault currents.

Coordinate protective devices for distribution systems.

Collaborate with a diverse team to execute project plans effectively.

Essential Skills

A minimum of 2 years of electric utility distribution design experience.

Proficiency in distribution design software such as BOUD, Maximo, Smallworld, Bentley Open Utility Designer, and Microstation.

Understanding of primary and secondary distribution systems and utility standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a two-year associate degree with relevant experience.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Experience interacting with customers and developers for distribution projects.

EIT certification or having passed the Engineering Fundamentals Exam is a plus.

Work Environment

Our office is located near downtown, providing easy access. The power group consists of 40 people within a total office of over 100 professionals. The Raleigh office features three asset teams, a relocation team, and a lighting team. The work environment is collaborative, with a positive leader and an engaged team. We offer excellent benefits once you're on board, including an ESOP, 401K matching, yearly performance raises, and comprehensive healthcare benefits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Raleigh, North Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00 / 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 Raleigh,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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