Distribution Designer (Entry-level)

Actalent • Southfield, MI • 4h ago

Job Title: Distribution Designer

Job Description

Join our dynamic team in Southfield as a Distribution Designer. Be part of establishing a new office space and work in a collaborative environment that offers flexibility for experienced individuals. This role involves both office and fieldwork, with a focus on designing and constructing electrical distribution systems.

Responsibilities

Independently develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems.

Review client-provided work and assess requirements of scopes.

Perform engineering calculations, including structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, and voltage drop analysis.

Provide engineering support during construction and conduct post-construction reviews.

Conduct root cause analysis of outages and apply engineering principles for mitigation.

Coordinate conflicting utilities and field engineering design requirements.

Develop large design packages for complex cable/conduit projects in dense urban environments.

Work on permit development, easements, and right-of-way applications.

Essential Skills

At least an associate degree in a design-related field.

Proficiency in AutoCAD.

Basic utility knowledge.

2-3 years of experience in a design role, preferably with Solidworks or similar design software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in electric distribution design engineering with an electric utility or consulting company is preferred.

Open to entry-level candidates with relevant educational experience.

Work Environment

Work in a group collaboration environment within a newly established office in Southfield. The role involves a 50% split between office and fieldwork, with local travel up to an hour and a half. Fieldwork includes visiting assigned poles/lines to record measurements and photographs. Travel time is included in work hours, and company vehicles are available for travel needs. Enjoy a flexible work arrangement and be part of a team that values innovation and employee growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southfield, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/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 Southfield,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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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