Designer

Job Title: Designer

Job Description

Perform visual inspection of overhead and underground electrical distribution facilities and equipment to compile field data, prepare minor work orders, and generate maintenance reports for distribution equipment. Extensive travel will be required.

Responsibilities

Perform various field technical services for the operation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems, including system inventories and audits, joint use management and permitting, pad-mount inspections, ground-line pole inspections, metering and apparatus services, and lighting audits.

Utilize laptop computer, tablet device, GPS, and other electronic devices to collect field data for input into database software as necessary.

Develop a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), electric utility construction standards, and telephone, cable, and other communication facilities.

Operate necessary equipment to take measurements on utility poles and mid-span facilities, perform pole inspections, and inspect and perform maintenance on pad-mount equipment.

Meet weekly billable goals as defined by the project guidelines.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

Telecommunication and distribution system knowledge.

Ability to start as a fielder and transition into a designer role after approximately three months.

Familiarity with joint use team operations and AutoCAD software.

Distribution design experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma required; Associate's Degree in Engineering or similar discipline preferred.

Electric utility or telecommunications field experience preferred but not required.

Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) preferred.

Proficiency with computers and software applications, especially MS Office products, is desired.

Valid driver's license is required.

No prior experience or certifications required.

Work Environment

Typically, work four 10-hour shifts from Monday through Thursday, with Fridays off. The work schedule includes office work on Monday and Tuesday and the option to work from home on Wednesday and Thursday. Travel is primarily regional to the utility client's territory during the business day, although overnight travel is to be expected. Most travel will be day trips, but candidates should be open to overnight travel when needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gahanna, Ohio.

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Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.50/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Gahanna,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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