Distribution Reliability Engineer

Position Summary

Actalent connects passion with purpose. We are supporting critical engineering and sciences initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. With almost 40 years of experience, our scalable talent solutions and engineering and sciences services provide the expertise our customers need to achieve more.

The position falls within the Distribution Department of the organization. The Planning Engineer will be working with higher level engineers and the customer planning team to run analysis on the grid system. They will be working in collaboration with the customer to get all their studies approved and will be teaming up with an engineer at the customer to sign off on their work. They will be conducting load flow studies, voltage drops, and inter-connectabilities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Engineering & Design Develop and review DACR Phase 3 models, scopes, and device spreadsheets per standards. Create CYMDIST base cases and self-contained scheme models for distribution automation.
• Perform CYMTCC coordination and arc-flash studies following Overcurrent Protection Guidelines.
• Design and document recloser placements, tie configurations, and control upgrades.
• Develop and maintain block diagrams, settings spreadsheets, and load limit analyses.
• QA/QC & Integration Execute QA/QC reviews using the DACR Engineering Checklist, verifying milestones at 50%, 70%, and final design completion.
• Coordinate with engineers, planners, and field personnel to ensure constructability and adherence to DACR technical specifications.
• Support data governance and document storage in Smartsheet, STORMS, and the ADS SharePoint repositories.
• Automation & Protection Configure and validate protection settings for Smart Switches, G&W Vipers, S&C Tripsavers, SEL Relays/Controls, and other automated devices.
• Support communication integration for telemetered reclosers, including radio and antenna upgrades.
• Assist with verification for breaker relay changes and protection updates.

Software Experience Requirements

• Software Proficiency Modeling & Analysis: CYMDIST, CYMTCC, ASPEN OneLiner, PI Vision, Voyager, S&C Tripsaver
• Software QA/QC & Data Systems: Smartsheet, STORMS, EEMS, ADS Repository, DAE Database, Central Station, CRM, TLMR
• GIS & Design Tools: Atlas, GridzlyBear, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Revu Bluebeam, Electric Office
• Automation & Reporting: Excel (advanced), SharePoint

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 3–6 years of utility or EPC experience in distribution automation, protection, or reliability engineering.
• Familiarity with distribution design standards and CYME/ASPEN workflows.
• Strong understanding of protective device coordination, relay settings, and feeder automation logic.
• PE or EIT certification preferred (or eligible within 12 months).

Requisite Abilities and Skills

• QA/QC experience with Smartsheet, STORMS, or related document control systems.
• Understanding of communication system integration (TCOMM, MRO).
• Experience with distribution constructability and engineering best practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Demonstrate ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary
• Demonstrate willingness and capabilities to assume leadership roles

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Birmingham, AL.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/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 fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 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.

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 : $45 - $65