Distribution Designer

Job ID
131242
Job Type
Contract
Industry
Manufacturing
Pay Rate
$24 - $30 an hour
Location
Collinsville, Illinois, United States

Talascend is currently seeking a Distribution Designer for a contract opportunity in Collinsville, IL.

Overview

Our client is looking for a Distribution Designer to support the development of construction work packages for electric distribution systems in overhead (OH), underground (UG), or underground residential distribution (URD) environments. The role involves working with various engineering software and requires strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop design and construction work packages for overhead and underground electrical distribution systems (4kV–35kV)

  • Use GIS, CAD, WMS, and other client systems for project development

  • Perform engineering calculations including pole structural analysis, guying, cable pulling, fault currents, and protection coordination

  • Support joint use, street lighting, and programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspections, and maintenance

  • Prepare forestry trimming requests and support permit and Right-of-Way acquisition

  • Develop bill of materials (BOM) and cost estimates

  • Interface with customers for easements and Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC) calculations

  • Ensure compliance with project scope, schedule, budget, quality control, and safe work practices

Requirements

  • AS degree preferred; equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree

  • Experience performing design work with a utility

  • Familiarity with Pole Loading software such as O-Calc, SPIDA Calc, or Pole Foreman

  • Experience using SAP

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Background in medium voltage switchgear, voltage conversion, and distribution automation projects

  • Experience developing civil and electrical packages for complex cable/conduit in dense urban settings

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

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Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

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