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Job Description Actalent is seeking an experienced Distribution Designer to join our team in North Carolina. The successful candidate will support power distribution infrastructure upgrades and storm hardening projects, performing engineering calculations and design for replacing deteriorating cable, moving overhead lines underground, reconductoring existing distribution lines, and replacing aging poles.
Responsibilities
Perform engineering calculations and designs related to power distribution.
Conduct structural analysis of poles and guying.
Perform cable pulling and calculate electric demand and fault currents.
Coordinate protective devices for power distribution projects.
Essential Skills
Two years of electric utility distribution design experience.
Proficiency in distribution design tools such as BOUD, Maximo, Smallworld, Bentley Open Utility Designer, and Microstation.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in the electric utility industry.
Working knowledge of primary and secondary distribution systems and utility standards.
Ability to use design software packages and general construction knowledge.
Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with Duke Energy's system and performing distribution design.
Experience interacting with customers and developers for distribution projects.
EIT certification or successful completion of the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Work Environment The position offers a long‑term opportunity with one of the largest power utilities in the country, contributing to a program that enhances power distribution reliability across the Southeast United States. The office provides a positive environment with engaged leadership and a modern space. Benefits include a 6% ESOP, a 401(k) with a 50% match up to 6%, yearly performance raises, and excellent healthcare options. After an initial period of 1–3 months, a hybrid work schedule is available, allowing work from home on Mondays and Fridays.
Job Type & Location Contract to Hire position based out of Raleigh, NC.
Pay & Benefits Pay range: $22.00 – $30.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on 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 are 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 30, 2025.
EEO Statement 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 modification or adjustment of the job application process or interview due to a disability, please email
actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com
for other accommodation options.
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Distribution Designer
role at
Actalent .
Job Description Actalent is seeking an experienced Distribution Designer to join our team in North Carolina. The successful candidate will support power distribution infrastructure upgrades and storm hardening projects, performing engineering calculations and design for replacing deteriorating cable, moving overhead lines underground, reconductoring existing distribution lines, and replacing aging poles.
Responsibilities
Perform engineering calculations and designs related to power distribution.
Conduct structural analysis of poles and guying.
Perform cable pulling and calculate electric demand and fault currents.
Coordinate protective devices for power distribution projects.
Essential Skills
Two years of electric utility distribution design experience.
Proficiency in distribution design tools such as BOUD, Maximo, Smallworld, Bentley Open Utility Designer, and Microstation.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in the electric utility industry.
Working knowledge of primary and secondary distribution systems and utility standards.
Ability to use design software packages and general construction knowledge.
Understanding of basic engineering theories and principles.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with Duke Energy's system and performing distribution design.
Experience interacting with customers and developers for distribution projects.
EIT certification or successful completion of the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Work Environment The position offers a long‑term opportunity with one of the largest power utilities in the country, contributing to a program that enhances power distribution reliability across the Southeast United States. The office provides a positive environment with engaged leadership and a modern space. Benefits include a 6% ESOP, a 401(k) with a 50% match up to 6%, yearly performance raises, and excellent healthcare options. After an initial period of 1–3 months, a hybrid work schedule is available, allowing work from home on Mondays and Fridays.
Job Type & Location Contract to Hire position based out of Raleigh, NC.
Pay & Benefits Pay range: $22.00 – $30.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on 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 are 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 30, 2025.
EEO Statement 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 modification or adjustment of the job application process or interview due to a disability, please email
actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com
for other accommodation options.
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