Distribution Designer

Distribution Designer

This position involves providing distribution design for overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems ranging from 4kV to 69kV. The role includes overseeing design activities, conducting quality reviews, monitoring and maintaining project schedules, reporting changes impacting schedules and budgets, identifying and mitigating risks, and presenting opportunities for design and construction improvements. Mentoring lower-level designers is also a key aspect of this role.

Responsibilities

• Design overhead and/or underground distribution facilities.
• Prepare design sketches, drawings, cost estimates, bills of material, and other necessary construction documents.
• Apply client's standards, guidelines, specifications, and industry practices in preparing designs.
• Perform distribution system design calculations.
• Prepare and oversee preparation of design documents including plan and profiles, structure loadings, design details, trench and conduit drawings, and equipment specifications.
• Communicate with clients and engineers regarding system requirements and identify Right of Way for proposed equipment.
• Acquire field data as necessary and collaborate with field surveying to prepare appropriate designs.
• Promote and conduct quality reviews of designs to ensure compliance with client standards and safety requirements.
• Check and validate project drawings and those prepared by peers.

Essential Skills

• Five plus years of experience in the design of electric utility distribution systems.
• Five years of experience using AutoCAD or Microstation for electrical design.
• Five years of experience with distribution design software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in applied science (AAS) in drafting and computer-aided (CAD) design or in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering technology, or equivalent experience and/or education.

Work Environment

The work environment involves using technologies such as AutoCAD, Microstation, and distribution design software. The role may require field visits to acquire necessary data for design preparations. Candidates will work within a consulting or utility setting where collaboration with engineering professionals and adherence to industry standards and safety practices are key.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Phoenix, Arizona.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $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 hybrid position in Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 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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