Distribution Engineer

Job Title: Distribution Designer

Job Description

We are hiring both Distribution Design Engineers AND Make Ready Designers a growing team in the power utility improvement department at a large engineering firm, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting power distribution work for a major utility client. You will be trained to assist with infrastructure repair design and analysis, using systems like DDS and Crews. No fieldwork is required, and you will have the flexibility to work from home two days a week after completing your training.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and analysis of infrastructure repairs as identified in the field.
• Finalize work orders using DDS and Crews software.
• Learn and eventually handle make-ready work and Low Voltage Distribution (LVD) tasks.

Essential Skills

• Experience in design and power distribution.
• Proficiency in distribution design and electrical engineering.
• Familiarity with power delivery systems, DDS, and Crews software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to support power distribution ESS4 work.
• Interest in pursuing further engineering certifications such as FE and PE licenses.

Work Environment

This role offers a hybrid work environment with three days spent at the Cincinnati, OH office (or at the Columbus, OH office if preferred) and two days working from home after training. Our department, part of the Utility Energy Division, is rapidly growing with expectations of significant expansion. We provide a supportive atmosphere for career growth, including preparation for engineering certifications. Employees receive competitive benefits including vacation time and holidays.

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

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $34.00/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 Cincinnati,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 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 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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Salary : $22 - $34