Distribution Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is seeking a seasoned Electrical Distribution Engineer or Designer to lead the modeling and design of overhead power lines, including joint‑use attachments. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, quality, and constructability of all designs, calculations, and estimates for utility projects of various sizes. The primary scope of work includes overseeing pole replacement programs and supervising underground and overhead cable sizing and pulling for distribution projects across Calgary. This individual will mentor junior team members, provide technical oversight, and ensure the delivery of high‑quality design packages. They will also address design-related issues and field questions during project execution and collaborate closely with project management to ensure projects are completed profitably and on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Oversee modeling and design of overhead distribution lines, including joint-use attachments
• Lead and mentor team members working on pole replacement projects and distribution cable design (overhead and underground)
• Ensure the accuracy, quality, and constructability of all design work, calculations, and estimates
• Prepare and deliver complete, high-quality design packages to clients and project teams
• Respond to design-related inquiries during construction and support field personnel as needed
• Review and interpret electrical, civil, and construction plans from utilities, consultants, and developers
• Work closely with project management to ensure timely and profitable project delivery

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Calgary, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $140000.00 / yr.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Calgary,AB.

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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. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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