Distribution Engineer

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Distribution Engineer Job Description This position is an integral part of the Distribution Department, where you will design and review overhead and underground distribution lines ranging from 12.5 kV to 34.5 kV. You will be responsible for engineering and designing overhead and underground cable/conduit distribution design work packages associated with new customer construction projects. Additionally, you will ensure completed designs adhere to client quality and consistency standards. Responsibilities Design and review overhead and underground distribution lines from 12.5 kV to 34 kV. Develop overhead and underground cable/conduit work packages. Design complex overhead and underground distribution projects in both urban and rural environments, ensuring compliance with engineering and construction specifications. Perform field engineering to identify conflicting utilities, conduct engineering and design calculations, and program protective line equipment. Coordinate small design teams to develop budgets, prepare scoping documents, design criteria, and project deliverables. Provide engineering assistance during construction, attend construction meetings, and engage in coordination efforts and community outreach as needed. Identify and initiate corrective actions when project objectives are not being met. Interpret codes and regulations to develop standards for construction projects. Promote engineering professionalism and standards. Develop, recommend, and implement plans by establishing goals, objectives, and requirements, including all scheduling, resources, and information for complex engineering tasks. Travel up to 30% of the time to client sites; travel duration may vary depending on project needs. Essential Skills Proficiency in AutoCAD. Experience with utility distribution engineering and design. Knowledge of power distribution systems. Experience working on utility distribution services or electrical engineering within commercial construction. Experience drafting/designing overhead distribution and underground utilities. Ability to design electric systems and utilities. Additional Skills & Qualifications Zero to two years of experience with electric utility distribution design projects. Zero to two years of experience in overhead, URD, re-conductoring, asset replacement projects, and underground cable/conduit distribution design work package development. Zero to two years of experience with complex overhead and underground distribution projects in urban and rural environments. Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution. Work Environment The position offers a hybrid schedule with work from home options on Mondays and Fridays. The standard working schedule is Monday through Friday, with flexible hours ranging from 7-3, 8-4, or 9-5. Employees will receive 3 weeks of PTO. The environment supports a professional and collaborative culture, promoting engineering standards and professionalism. We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification. 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. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• 401(k)/Roth
• Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program .

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Bellevue, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $36.06/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 Bellevue,WA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 2, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.