Distribution Designer
Actalent • Grand Rapids, MI • Posted June 27, 2026
About the Role
Job Title: Distribution Designer
Responsibilities
+ Independently develop complete design and construction work packages for overhead and underground electrical distribution systems for utility customers, with a primary focus on overhead distribution.
+ Review client-provided work orders and documentation, interpret the scope of work, and assess technical and design requirements for each project.
+ Perform field work as needed, including visiting assigned sites to capture detailed photographs and measurements that will inform the final design.
+ Translate field data into accurate distribution designs using utility-specific design software (Open Utilities) and other CAD tools.
+ Design power distribution systems by determining power requirements, defining main distribution panels, subpanels, transformers, and branch circuits, and selecting appropriate equipment such as transformers, circuits, power lines, and utility poles.
+ Deve...
Responsibilities
+ Independently develop complete design and construction work packages for overhead and underground electrical distribution systems for utility customers, with a primary focus on overhead distribution.
+ Review client-provided work orders and documentation, interpret the scope of work, and assess technical and design requirements for each project.
+ Perform field work as needed, including visiting assigned sites to capture detailed photographs and measurements that will inform the final design.
+ Translate field data into accurate distribution designs using utility-specific design software (Open Utilities) and other CAD tools.
+ Design power distribution systems by determining power requirements, defining main distribution panels, subpanels, transformers, and branch circuits, and selecting appropriate equipment such as transformers, circuits, power lines, and utility poles.
+ Deve...