Job Title: Distribution DesignerJob DescriptionThe Distribution Designer plays a key role in supporting electrical distribution projects by preparing and modifying engineering drawings, performing field data collection, and contributing to the inspection and maintenance of distribution systems. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting a major utility while developing a strong working knowledge of industry standards, construction methods, and engineering practices for power delivery and utility design.Responsibilities
- Acquire a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), national engineering standards, utility construction standards, and best industry engineering practices.
- Develop broad knowledge of engineering disciplines as they relate to design and constructability, including construction methods, materials, and the economics involved in power distribution projects.
- Maintain production and quality of assigned projects by organizing and managing field data, photographs, engineering analyses, reports, departmental reports, and databases in accordance with departmental file management guidelines.
- Prepare and modify electrical and roadway drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, graphs, and complete construction drawing packages for distribution and related projects.
- Perform various field technical services for the operation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems, including system inventories and audits, joint use management and permitting, pad-mount inspections, ground-line pole inspections, metering and apparatus services, and lighting audits.
- Collect field data using a laptop computer, tablet device, GPS, and other electronic tools, and accurately input this information into database software as required.
- Develop a working knowledge of telephone, cable, and other communication facilities associated with utility distribution systems.
- Operate necessary equipment to take measurements on utility poles and mid-span facilities, perform pole inspections, and inspect and perform maintenance on pad-mount equipment and related infrastructure.
- Present ideas effectively in both formal and informal situations, ensuring clear and professional communication.
- Communicate clearly in writing and verbally with all levels within the organization and with outside clients and agencies, using proper ethics in email and telephone communications.
- Keep supervisors and coworkers informed by sharing complete and accurate information, and collaborate effectively as part of a project team.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support distribution engineering and utility design activities.
Essential Skills
- Experience with distribution drafting and design for electrical power delivery and utility systems.
- Proficiency with CAD drafting software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar tools for preparing and modifying distribution and roadway drawings.
- Working knowledge of CAD software used in utility design and distribution engineering.
- Ability to perform power distribution and utility design tasks, including preparation of construction drawing packages.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas effectively and communicate clearly with internal teams and external clients and agencies.
- Ability to maintain accurate project documentation, including field data, photographs, engineering analysis, and reports, in accordance with departmental guidelines.
- Capability to use laptop computers, tablet devices, GPS units, and other electronic devices for field data collection and entry into database software.
- Ability to operate equipment required to take measurements on utility poles and mid-span facilities, and to perform inspections and maintenance on pad-mount equipment.
- Access to a reliable vehicle and the ability to meet motor vehicle record (MVR) requirements for field work.
- Demonstrated willingness to learn and develop knowledge in distribution engineering, utility design, and related disciplines.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Interest in gaining experience supporting a major utility and growing a career in distribution engineering and utility design.
- Ability to develop a working knowledge of telephone, cable, and other communication facilities associated with electrical distribution systems.
- Strong organizational skills for managing multiple project documents, databases, and reports.
- Attention to detail when preparing drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, graphs, and construction packages.
- Professional ethics in written and verbal communications, including email and telephone interactions.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to keep supervisors and coworkers informed and share accurate information.
- Adaptability to perform other duties as assigned to support project and operational needs.
Work EnvironmentThis position begins as a remote role, with approximately 25% of the time spent on field visits to perform inspections, data collection, and technical services on electrical distribution systems. Field work involves using laptop computers, tablet devices, GPS units, and other electronic equipment, as well as operating tools to take measurements on utility poles and mid-span facilities and to inspect pad-mount equipment. Over time, there is an expectation that an office will be established in the Greater Allentown Area, at which point the role will transition to a hybrid schedule that combines in-office work with remote work and ongoing field visits. The work environment emphasizes professional communication, accurate documentation, and collaboration across engineering and utility design teams, offering exposure to major utility projects and modern distribution engineering practices. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, PA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.06/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, PA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Lancaster,PA.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.
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