Designer

ACTalent; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Distribution Designer in Baltimore, MD to design electric and gas distribution systems for various developments. You will create construction-ready designs using MicroStation and PEPCO tools, ensuring compliance with standards and coordinating with engineers and clients in a hybrid work setting.

The role requires experience with GWD and AS8, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a growing engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering tech, drafting, design, or related field preferred.
• PEPCO project experience and familiarity with PEPCO proprietary systems preferred.
• Experience with AS8 Asset Suite 8 or similar platforms.
• Gas utility design experience on residential/commercial developments.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform electric and gas distribution design per PEPCO standards and procedures using PEPCO systems.
• Develop construction-ready designs and drawings using MicroStation or similar CAD software.
• Execute distribution designs for residential, commercial, and multi-unit projects.
• Model, document, and update designs using AS8 or similar asset management tools.
• Ensure designs comply with safety, reliability, and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and team members to clarify scope and meet milestones.
• Communicate with utility stakeholders and clients to gather requirements and provide updates.
• Review design accuracy and implement corrections with minimal oversight.
• Manage workload in a hybrid environment and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Contribute to process improvements and a culture of learning.

Skills

Distribution design

GWD software

MicroStation

Independent worker

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate degree preferred

Tools

PEPCO systems

AS8 Asset Suite 8

Job description

Job Title: Distribution Designer

Job Description

The Distribution Designer supports utility design projects focused on PEPCO work, contributing to the planning and execution of electric and potentially gas distribution systems for residential, commercial, and multi-unit developments. In this role, you create detailed, construction-ready designs using CAD tools and utility-specific software while ensuring full compliance with client, utility, and regulatory standards. You collaborate closely with engineers, project teams, and utility stakeholders in a hybrid work environment, helping a growing engineering firm successfully deliver larger and more complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform electric and gas distribution design work in accordance with PEPCO standards and procedures, using PEPCOs proprietary systems and tools.

• Develop construction-ready designs and drawings for utility distribution projects using MicroStation or similar CAD software.

• Execute utility distribution designs for residential, commercial, and multi-unit community development projects.

• Use GWD and AS8 (Asset Suite 8) or similar utility design software to model, document, and update distribution system designs.

• Ensure all designs comply with utility, client, and regulatory requirements, including safety, reliability, and constructability standards.

• Coordinate and collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other team members to clarify scope, resolve design issues, and meet project milestones.

• Communicate effectively with utility stakeholders and clients to gather requirements, provide updates, and address design-related questions.

• Review and verify design accuracy, making corrections and adjustments to maintain high-quality deliverables with minimal oversight.

• Manage your workload independently in a hybrid environment, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, growth-driven setting.

• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing feedback on processes, tools, and standards, and by actively supporting a culture of learning and development.

Essential Skills

• 25 years of utility distribution design experience, preferably involving both electric and gas distribution systems.

• Hands-on experience using GWD utility design software for distribution design work.

• Proficiency in MicroStation or similar CAD software to produce construction-ready drawings.

• Ability to work independently with strong reliability and work ethic, delivering accurate work without heavy oversight.

• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with engineers, project teams, utility stakeholders, and clients.

• Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot design issues and propose practical solutions.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree is a plus, particularly in engineering technology, drafting, design, or a related technical field.

• Strong preference for prior PEPCO project experience and familiarity with PEPCOs proprietary systems.

• Experience using AS8 (Asset Suite 8) or similar asset management and design platforms.

• Previous gas utility design experience, including work on residential and commercial developments.

• Experience communicating directly with clients regarding project requirements, design changes, and deliverables.

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with a strong sense of accountability.

• Interest in professional growth and ongoing learning within a high-growth engineering organization.

Work Environment

This role operates in a hybrid work environment with a schedule of three days in the office and two days remote each week. The primary office is located in White Marsh, MD, with the potential for a future satellite office near PEPCO territory to support local project needs. You join a team-oriented culture that emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and high performance, with regular company events and engagement activities that foster connection and teamwork. The environment is fast-paced and growth-driven, offering opportunities to work on increasingly complex projects as the firm expands. The organization provides competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and various office perks, supporting both your professional development and overall well-being.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $35.00/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 & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Baltimore,MD.

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.

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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