Distribution Engineer I

Job Title : Distribution Design Engineer - Looking for your first engineering position that actually offers training and development in the utility industry.

Job Description : This individual will be responsible for independently developing design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems for electric utility customers. The individual will review work provided by the client and assess requirements of the scopes. They will receive field work information that will be used to create designs for the final package or they could be called to go out into the field to collect needed field data themselves. The role may also involve assisting with potential permits needed for utility lines to cross roads, easements, private property, or orders to have certain trees cut down where the new lines will run.

The individual will use Poleforman or PLA / Pole Loading Analysis or similar software to provide structural analysis for wood pole integrity and determine if replacement is needed. This software will also help with wood pole loading, guying calculations, specifying conductor sags and tensions for recommended spans, and calculation of voltage drop and flicker. They will work with a designated final Quality Control approver on any necessary changes or revisions before the final electrical distribution design package is submitted to the end client.

Responsibilities :

• Conduct fieldwork to gather notes, pictures, and measurements.
• Create work packages based on field data to develop electrical drawings.
• Perform electrical analysis, including structural analysis of poles, electric demand, and transformer sizing.
• Select materials and create a Bill of Materials using SAP software.
• Collaborate with utility companies and field installation teams.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, adjusting fieldwork schedules as needed.

Essential Skills :

Additional Skills & Qualifications :

Work Environment : The typical workload includes 10%-20% field inspections, 60%-80% engineering and development of design packages, and 10% administrative tasks and customer follow-up.

Pay And Benefits : The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $29.00 / hr. 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 medical, dental & vision, critical illness, accident, and hospital, 401(k) Retirement Plan, life insurance, short and long-term disability, health spending account, transportation benefits, employee assistance program, and time off / leave.

Workplace Type : This is a hybrid position in Grand Rapids, MI.

Application Deadline : This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2025.

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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