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Job Description

We are seeking an Electric Distribution Designer to join our team to enhance infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in electrical distribution design within a utility setting. This role involves designing, planning, and coordinating low voltage electric distribution projects, requiring a solution-oriented individual with high-quality standards who can meet tight deadlines. The candidate should be self-motivated, work well in team settings, and possess excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical distribution systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client specifications.
• Collaborate with clients, project managers, and team members to gather project requirements and provide updates on progress.
• Communicate with the public to inform them of upcoming project work in their area to minimize disruption and maintain community engagement.
• Complete asset assessment of overhead and underground electric equipment.
• Produce detailed design documentation, including drawings and specifications, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct engineering functions and calculations, such as voltage drop and flicker.
• Perform site assessments and feasibility studies for proposed projects.
• Prepare and facilitate requests for forestry, permitting, and Right-of-Way acquisition.
• Perform detailed analysis of utility poles using PoleForeman software.
• Prepare joint pole authorizations.
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance/quality control of team designs and analysis.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation for easy retrieval and reference.
• Contribute to a positive team environment, fostering collaboration and open communication.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of direct experience in electrical distribution design within a utility setting.
• Experience with design software such as DDS or Bentley Microstation openutilities.
• Familiarity with power distribution, distribution design, electrical engineering, and power delivery.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations and analysis.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with ESS4, DDS, and Crews software is desirable.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical field is preferred.
• Exposure to utility industry practices and standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $35.00/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)

This is a hybrid position in Columbus,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 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 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.

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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.