• Distribution Designer

    Actalent (Allentown, PA)


    Job Title: Distribution Designer

    Job Description

    + As a Distribution Designer, you will be responsible for designing and laying out electrical distribution systems for a variety of projects including residential, commercial, and industrial.

    + You will create detailed CAD drawings and electrical schematics, perform load calculations, and assess system capacity.

    + Your role will involve conducting field surveys to gather data and verify site conditions, ensuring designs comply with local, state, and federal codes, and collaborating with engineers, contractors, and utility companies.

    + You will also review and approve shop drawings and connection diagrams.

    Responsibilities

    + Design and layout electrical distribution systems for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

    + Create detailed CAD drawings and electrical schematics.

    + Perform load calculations and assess system capacity.

    + Conduct field surveys to gather data and verify site conditions.

    + Ensure designs comply with local, state, and federal codes.

    + Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and utility companies.

    + Review and approve shop drawings and connection diagrams.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in electrical distribution design and layout.

    + Experience with CAD software for creating detailed drawings.

    + Ability to perform load calculations and assess system capacity.

    + Field data collection and survey skills.

    + Understanding of local, state, and federal electrical codes.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + 6+ months of experience within utility design.

    + Experience working in the field to collect data.

    + Minimum of a high school diploma.

    + Knowledge in power distribution.

    Work Environment

    + This position offers a remote work environment with field visit requirements approximately 20% of the time.

    + You will collaborate with engineers and designers both locally and remotely.

    + The role provides an opportunity for an entry-level candidate to gain valuable experience in power distribution and fielding while supporting large utility projects.

    + Benefits include a fully covered medical package and the potential for employee ownership.

    + The company has consistently experienced significant growth, making this a dynamic and promising opportunity.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $44.00/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 hybrid position in Allentown,PA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2025.

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.