Distribution Designer
Actalent
Posted Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005961537
Job Description
This role involves providing distribution design for overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems ranging from 4kV to 69kV. The position requires engaging in design activities, conducting quality reviews, monitoring project schedules, and identifying risks that could impact the schedule and budget. Additionally, the designer will present opportunities for improving the design and construction of distribution projects and mentor junior designers.
Responsibilities
- Design overhead and/or underground distribution facilities.
- Prepare design sketches, drawings, cost estimates, bills of material, and other required construction documents.
- Apply applicable standards, guidelines, specifications, practices, and industry standards in preparing designs.
- Perform distribution system design calculations.
- Prepare and oversee preparation of design documents for construction, including plan and profiles, structure loadings, design details, trench and conduit drawings, and equipment specifications.
- Communicate with clients and engineers on system requirements and identify the Right of Way for proposed equipment.
- Acquire field data as necessary and work with field surveying to prepare appropriate designs.
- Promote and perform quality reviews of designs to ensure compliance with design standards, safety requirements, and good industry practices.
- Check and validate project drawings and those of peers.
- One or more years of experience in the design of electric utility distribution systems in a consulting or utility environment.
- One or more years of experience in electrical design using AutoCAD.
- One or more years of experience with distribution design software.
- 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.
The role requires the use of technologies like CAD software and involves working closely with field surveying teams. The work will be conducted in an environment that emphasizes design quality, compliance with safety standards, and good industry practices.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Phoenix, AZ.
Pay and BenefitsThe 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)
This is a hybrid position in Phoenix,AZ.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Contact Information
Recruiter: Blaine Wheeler
Phone: +19139052688
Email: blwheeler@actalentservices.com
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