Distribution Designer

Actalent

Wisconsin

Hybrid

USD 41,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a Distribution Designer to create safe, efficient gas distribution designs while supporting modernization across Wisconsin, Iowa, and surrounding territories.

The role emphasizes field data collection, route planning, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Requires at least 1 year of gas distribution design experience and proficiency with Maximo and utility standards.

Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of gas distribution design experience with a utility, engineering firm, or contractor.
Experience designing gas distribution systems, including route planning and system layouts.
Ability to perform gas pressure calculations and apply results to design.
Knowledge of utility design standards, including NESC, REC, MUS, or similar.
Experience using utility asset management and design systems such as Maximo.
Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
Ability to conduct field investigations and transform field data into design packages.
Proficiency working independently as a utility designer or technician.

Responsibilities

Design gas distribution systems and utility infrastructure projects per standards and client needs.
Develop system layouts and route designs for gas networks.
Support steel-to-HDPE conversions with material and installation specs.
Perform gas pressure calculations to ensure safety and performance.
Create maps, construction packages, and detailed design docs.
Visit sites to collect measurements and data for design development.
Assess existing infrastructure to identify constraints and opportunities.
Support right-of-way reviews and route evaluations.
Enter and maintain design data in systems.
Utilize Maximo, SAP, GIS, and design software to deliver projects.
Perform QA/QC reviews for accuracy and compliance.
Communicate with customers, utility reps, landowners, and stakeholders.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on infrastructure improvements incl. pole replacement and broadband.

Skills

Gas distribution design

Route planning

Gas pressure calculations

Utility design standards

Maximo

Communication

Field investigations

Independent work

Tools

SAP

GIS

Maximo

Job description

Job Description

Distribution Designer

As a Distribution Designer, you'll be responsible for creating safe, efficient, and compliant utility distribution designs while supporting utility modernization efforts across Wisconsin, Iowa, and surrounding territories.

Key Responsibilities

Design gas distribution systems and utility infrastructure projects in accordance with industry standards and client requirements
Develop system layouts and route designs for gas distribution networks
Support steel-to-HDPE conversion projects by selecting appropriate materials and installation specifications
Perform gas pressure calculations and technical analyses to ensure system performance and safety
Create maps, construction packages, and detailed design documentation
Conduct field visits to collect measurements, photographs, and site data needed for accurate design development
Evaluate existing infrastructure and site conditions to identify design constraints and opportunities
Support right-of-way reviews and route evaluations
Enter and maintain design data within company and client systems
Use tools such as Maximo, SAP, GIS platforms, and utility design software to support project delivery
Perform QA/QC reviews to ensure design accuracy, completeness, and compliance
Communicate directly with customers, utility representatives, landowners, and project stakeholders
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on infrastructure improvement initiatives, including pole replacement and broadband expansion projects

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 1 years of gas distribution design experience with a utility, engineering firm, or utility contractor
Experience designing gas distribution systems, including route planning and system layouts
Ability to perform gas pressure calculations and apply results to system design
Knowledge of utility design standards, including NESC, REC, MUS, or similar industry standards
Experience using utility asset management and design systems such as Maximo
Strong communication and customer-facing skills
Ability to conduct field investigations and transform field data into accurate design packages
Proficiency working independently as a utility designer or technician

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with SAP or similar enterprise utility systems
Experience supporting electric distribution projects
Familiarity with pole replacement programs and aging infrastructure initiatives
Experience with fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) or rural broadband projects
Knowledge of utility operations within Wisconsin and Iowa service territories
GIS experience and familiarity with utility mapping tools

Work Environment & Travel

This position offers a flexible balance between remote design work and field activities:

60% office/remote design work
Approximately 40% field work, primarily throughout Wisconsin and Iowa
Opportunity to choose a mix of fielding and design responsibilities based on project needs and personal preference
Travel to utility sites for data collection, site assessments, and stakeholder coordination

Whether you enjoy being in the field several days a week or prefer focusing on design production, this role provides flexibility and variety.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $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: