Electrical Distribution Designer & Drafter (Hybrid)

Actalent; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO / time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Designer and Drafter for electrical distribution design in Grand Rapids, MI. The role focuses on developing complete design packages for overhead distribution with field data translation and client collaboration.

You will work with Open Utilities, SAP, and Poleforman/PLA tools to ensure code-compliant designs, perform energy analyses, and produce BOMs for construction teams. Hybrid work options may apply.

Qualifications

• Designs and drafts for electrical distribution systems in utility contexts.
• Interprets NESC standards in design.
• Experience with SAP for material tracking or BOMs.
• Ability to perform field measurements and site visits as needed.
• Experience with field-to-design handoffs and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop detailed design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems, focused on overhead distribution.
• Review client-provided scopes and documents to clarify requirements and ensure complete design packages.
• Perform field work to capture measurements, photos, and existing conditions within designated territories.
• Create designs using Open Utilities or similar software.
• Define power requirements, main/sub panels, transformers, and branch circuits.
• Develop physical layouts aligned with client standards and codes.
• Conduct energy analyses to verify material performance and load demands.
• Prepare BOMs and enter data into SAP or similar systems.
• Coordinate permits for utility lines and documentation for right-of-way needs.
• Assemble complete electrical construction packages for review.
• Incorporate feedback and revise designs prior to submission.
• Use Poleforman/PLA to assess pole integrity and replacement needs.
• Compute conductor sag, tension, voltage drop, and flicker for reliability.
• Adhere to NESC in material selection and design.
• Collaborate with QC approver to finalize designs.
• Communicate project status with clients via email/phone/meetings.
• Manage multiple orders to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Support process improvements and training for new team members.

Skills

Design drafting

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Catia

MicroStation

Open Utilities

NESC knowledge

SAP data entry

Pole loading analysis

Field measurements

Education

Associates degree in Design or CAD

Engineering coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Catia

MicroStation

Open Utilities

SAP

Poleforman/PLA

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Designer and Drafter for electrical distribution design in Grand Rapids, MI. The role focuses on developing complete design packages for overhead distribution with field data translation and client collaboration.

You will work with Open Utilities, SAP, and Poleforman/PLA tools to ensure code-compliant designs, perform energy analyses, and produce BOMs for construction teams. Hybrid work options may apply.