Distribution Designer

Job Title: Distribution Designer

Job Description

As a Distribution Designer, you will be responsible for developing design and construction work packages for electrical overhead distribution systems. You will review work provided by clients and assess scope requirements, conduct field work involving photos and measurements of specific sites or circuits, and create designs using the Open Utilities CAD system. Your role will involve performing energy analysis to ensure material selection meets site requirements and creating bills of materials (BOM) using SAP/Material Tracking Software.

Responsibilities

• Develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead distribution systems.
• Review work provided by clients and assess scope requirements.
• Conduct field work involving photos and measurements of specific sites or circuits.
• Create designs using Open Utilities CAD system.
• Perform energy analysis to ensure material selection meets site requirements.
• Create bills of materials (BOM) using SAP/Material Tracking Software.
• Assist with obtaining necessary permits for utility lines.
• Complete and submit electrical construction packages for approval.
• Use software like Poleforman or PLA/Pole Loading Analysis for structural analysis of wood poles.
• Ensure compliance with National Electric Safety Codes (NESC) in designs and material selection.
• Collaborate with Quality Control approvers for necessary revisions.
• Communicate frequently with clients via email, phone, and in person.

Essential Skills

• 4 years of experience in Distribution Design (Low Voltage Design).
• Proficiency in using software such as AutoCAD, PoleForman, DDS, and MicroStation.
• Knowledge of power distribution and utility design.
• Familiarity with National Electric Safety Codes (NESC).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Power delivery and Distribution design.

Work Environment

The work environment is hybrid, including office, field, and home settings. The position is based in Pittsburgh, PA, within the Energy group, which is a decent size with a focus on Electrical design. The role supports a large utility in Western PA and involves collaboration with a growing team.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $41.00/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 Pittsburgh,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 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 for other accommodation options.

Salary : $31 - $41