Distribution Design Engineer

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Remote Distribution Designers/Engineers Pay rates for Engineers $35-45/hr 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 May 25, 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 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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