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Remote Distribution Designer/Engineer

Actalent
Houston, TX Remote Contractor
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2026

Job Title: Remote Distribution Designers/Engineers

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Distribution Designers and Engineers with extensive experience in the power delivery sector. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Distribution Design Studio in distribution design and engineering. This role offers an exciting opportunity for professionals with a strong focus on quality assurance and quality control.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop distribution systems using DDS.
  • Perform design engineering for power delivery projects, focusing on pole design, relocation, and replacements.
  • Ensure quality assurance and quality control across all projects.
  • Collaborate with teams to support Centerpoint or AEP projects with an emphasis on resiliency and new pole location design.
  • Maintain project timelines and deliverables in a remote work environment.

Essential Skills

  • Minimum of 3-4 years of experience as a distribution engineer, designer, or design engineer.
  • At least 3 years of experience with DDS (Preferred)
  • 3 years of experience in resiliency or DDP, including new pole location and roadway pole relocations.
  • 2 years of QA/QC experience in related projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Proficiency in power delivery and pole design.
  • Experience with pole relocation and replacements.
  • Strong leadership capabilities.

Work Environment

This is a remote position operating Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, totaling 40 hours per week. There is potential for flexible working hours upon approval. Enjoy benefits such as paid time off and holidays, as well as opportunities for leadership development.

About the Company

Join a well‑established leader in the utility and energy space, offering engineers and designers the stability of a respected firm and the opportunity to grow their careers through meaningful, hands‑on project work. Professionals here benefit from strong training, mentorship, and clear development paths while working on impactful distribution projects for major utility clients. The company offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and a collaborative culture that supports learning and long‑term career growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 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.

Salary : $35 - $40

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