Distribution Designer

ACTalent; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Entry Level Distribution Design Engineer for an onsite role in New Orleans, LA. This contract-to-hire position focuses on grid hardening and distribution design, offering growth opportunities within the power delivery sector.

The role requires up to 3 years in distribution design, a bachelor’s degree in engineering, and comfort with team-based project work. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of experience in Distribution Design/Engineering.
• Experience in the electric distribution space.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; open to 0–1 year candidates willing to develop.

Responsibilities

• Support grid hardening and make-ready projects.
• Engage in distribution design within the power delivery sector.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver high-quality electrical design.
• Participate in power distribution and distribution engineering tasks.

Skills

0-3 years exp

Electric distribution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Katapult

Poleforeman

GDT (Entergy software)

Job description

Job Title: Entry Level Distribution Design Engineer

Job Description

We are actively seeking talented Entry Level Distribution Design Engineers to join our dynamic team in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in the power delivery industry, focusing on grid hardening and distribution design. We welcome candidates who are eager to grow within the industry and contribute to innovative projects.

Responsibilities

• Support grid hardening and make-ready projects.
• Engage in distribution design within the power delivery industry.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver high-quality electrical design.
• Participate in power distribution and distribution engineering tasks.

Essential Skills

• 0-3 years of experience in Distribution Design or Engineering.
• Experience in the electric distribution space.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (open to candidates with 0-1 years of experience willing to develop).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in Katapult, Poleforeman, and GDT (Entergy software).
• Strong understanding of power delivery systems.
• Capability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Work Environment

This position is based in an office setting, requiring 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Our work culture emphasizes professional growth and offers benefits such as paid time off and holidays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Orleans, LA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Orleans,LA.

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.

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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.