Distribution Designer

Entry Level Distribution Designer

Job Description

Perform detailed design work including the preparation of drawings, specifications, and estimates for review and approval by the responsible engineer.

Responsibilities

• Possess a thorough knowledge of practices and procedures in technical areas such as Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation and Control, Protective Relaying, Transmission Design, Substation Design, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Distribution Engineering, Surveying, GIS and Mapping, and CADD.
• Prepare manual or computer-assisted design and construction drawings with precision and minimal errors.
• Perform design services requiring a full understanding of drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
• Take a role in the preparation of cost estimates, specifications, evaluations, and requisitions.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations.
• Coordinate equipment deliveries and design development to meet project schedules.
• Acquire on-site field data to accomplish design objectives or to monitor and evaluate equipment performance.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in drafting, field engineering, GIS, distribution engineering, civil engineering, CAD, substation design, transmission design, mechanical design, surveying, protective relaying, and instrumentation controls.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• An Associate Degree or equivalent in a technical field is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience required without a degree for Distribution Designer Associate.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required without a degree for Distribution Designer II.
• At least one year of satisfactory experience as a Designer I for Distribution Designer II.
• Demonstrated leadership and technical capability to perform job duties and responsibilities.

Work Environment

Work is primarily in an office setting with the opportunity for flexible hours once trained. Potential to work from home two days a week, based on training and discretion.

Job Type & Location

This position is based out of Ceredo, West Virginia.

For any questions or inquiries please contact: 'salthoff@actalentservices.com'

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Ceredo,WV.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 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 : $20 - $22