Distribution Engineer II

Actalent; Detroit (MI); Remote; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Distribution Engineer to design and review overhead and underground distribution systems from 4 kV to 69 kV. You will manage URD, re-conductoring, and asset replacement projects, coordinating small teams and providing construction support.

Based in Detroit, MI, this permanent role offers remote work options and a competitive hourly pay range. You will interpret codes, ensure standards, and support client goals through detailed engineering work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering will count towards years of experience.
• Technical training, certifications, or coursework related to utility design, GIS, CAD, or electric utility infrastructure.
• 2+ years of utility, telecom, joint use, or make-ready design experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and review overhead and underground distribution lines from 4 kV to 69 kV.
• Develop overhead, URD, re-conductoring and asset replacement projects, and underground cable/conduit work packages.
• Design complex overhead and underground distribution projects in urban and rural environments in compliance with client's engineering and construction specifications, field engineering of project requirements, identification of conflicting utilities, engineering and design calculations, and programming of protective line equipment.
• Coordinate small design teams as needed to develop budgets, prepare scoping documents, design criteria, and project deliverables.
• Provide clients with engineering assistance during construction, and be available to attend construction meetings, coordination efforts and community outreach as needed.
• Identify and initiate corrective action when project objectives are not being met
• Interpret codes and regulations and develop standards for construction projects
• Promote engineering professionalism and standards
• Develop, recommend, and implement plans by establishing goals, objectives, and requirements that include all scheduling, resources, and information for complex engineering

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Team coordination

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering counts toward experience

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

GIS

CAD tools

Job description

Distribution Engineer

Actalent Services, LLC connects passion with purpose. We are supporting critical engineering and sciences initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. With almost 40 years of experience, our scalable talent solutions and engineering and sciences services provide the expertise our customers need to achieve more.

The position falls within the Distribution Department of the organization. They will design and review overhead and underground distribution lines from 4 kV to 69 kV. They will engineer and design overhead, URD, re-conductoring and asset replacement projects, and underground cable/conduit distribution design work packages. They will review completed designs and design products to ensure compliance with client quality and consistency standards.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and review overhead and underground distribution lines from 4 kV to 69 kV

• Develop overhead, URD, re-conductoring and asset replacement projects, and underground cable/conduit work packages

• Design complex overhead and underground distribution projects in urban and rural environments in compliance with client's engineering and construction specifications, field engineering of project requirements, identification of conflicting utilities, engineering and design calculations, and programming of protective line equipment.

• Coordinate small design teams as needed to develop budgets, prepare scoping documents, design criteria, and project deliverables.

• Provide clients with engineering assistance during construction, and be available to attend construction meetings, coordination efforts and community outreach as needed.

• Identify and initiate corrective action when project objectives are not being met

• Interpret codes and regulations and develop standards for construction projects

• Promote engineering professionalism and standards

• Develop, recommend, and implement plans by establishing goals, objectives, and requirements that include all scheduling, resources, and information for complex engineering

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution

• Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution will count towards years of experience

• Technical training, certifications, or coursework related to utility design, telecommunications, GIS, CAD, or electric utility infrastructure

• 2+ years of utility, telecom, joint use, or make-ready design experience

Experience in one or more of the following:

• Pole Loading Analysis

• Telecom Attachment Design

• Joint use or make-ready projects supporting electric utilities or telecommunications providers

• JETS or DDS software experience

• AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, or utility design platforms

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Detroit, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/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 Permanent position based out of Detroit, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

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.