Distribution Designer - Grid

Atlanta, Georgia Temporary USD40 - USD60 per hour Hybrid working View Job Description
This mid-level through senior‑level distribution designer role leads full ownership of complex grid projects, from concept through construction. You'll lead impactful overhead and underground designs, influence system planning decisions, and collaborate directly with engineers and field teams on high‑visibility utility modernization and reliability initiatives.
  • Lead complex grid distribution projects from design through execution
  • Senior‑level role with technical ownership and cross‑team influence

About Our Client

The client is a top‑tier engineering partner trusted with some of the most critical and complex utility distribution systems in the U.S. They are deeply invested in grid modernization, long‑term infrastructure resilience, and empowering senior designers with real ownership, influence, and career longevity.

Job Description

Under the direction of a project lead, this position will offer you the opportunity to work in a project team environment with other engineers and designers using your knowledge of design practices to:

  • Prepare construction sketches and details for:
    • Overhead and underground network services (4 KV through 34 KV)
    • Traffic control plans and/or permit drawings
    • Structural facility drawings
    • Equipment drawings
    • Plans and profiles
  • Perform short circuit and voltage drop calculations.
  • Develop Bills of Materials and estimates.
  • Compile proper pole type and heights.
  • Analyze and design priority feeds.
  • Support maintenance and recapitalization of distribution components.
  • Plan modifications to the system.
  • Develop work packages to troubleshoot, repair, replace or modify electrical distribution systems.
  • Develop work packages and follow the performance of the work.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Distribution Designer - Grid should have:

  • This position requires an Associate's Degree in Drafting, and/or a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, and/or a high school diploma.
  • 3 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.
  • A minimum of 3 years of distribution design experience.
  • Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
  • Ability to visualize systems without the aid of the computer.
  • An Associate's Degree in Computer Aided Design.
  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
  • Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.
  • Knowledgeable in applicable codes, standards, and distribution software programs.
  • Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, NEC, ANSI, IEEE, GIS/GWD.
  • Experience with complex overhead and underground distribution projects (120/208V through 34 kV).
  • Strong communication skills.



Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • Familiarity with various distribution design/analysis software.
  • Familiarity with GIS software.
  • Experience in utility distribution inspections and/or construction.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive hourly pay ranging from $40 to $60 USD, based on experience and qualifications.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits offered.
  • Opportunity to work on impactful projects within the design space of the utilities/power delivery industry.
  • Collaborative work environment with opportunities to develop technical skills.



If you are ready to contribute to exciting projects in Atlanta, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Jackson Edwards
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6994075

Job summary

Sector
Power & Energy
Sub Sector
Electrical Design Engineer
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Atlanta
Contract Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Jackson Edwards
Job Reference
JN-042026-6994075
Job Nature
Hybrid working