About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Distribution Designer will support the design and delivery of electric power distribution systems for power delivery projects. You will work with engineers and project teams on grid hardening, make-ready, and general distribution design tasks, using specialized design tools and following applicable standards.

• Support design and development of electric distribution system plans for power delivery projects.
• Prepare and review distribution design plans for grid hardening and make-ready work.
• Apply distribution engineering principles to promote safe, reliable, and efficient power delivery.
• Use specialized software tools (Katapult, PoleForeman, GDT/Entergy tools) to prepare and update designs where applicable.
• Collaborate with engineers and project stakeholders to gather requirements and implement design solutions.
• Review existing distribution infrastructure and propose design improvements.
• Ensure design work meets project specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to expand knowledge and take on increasing responsibility.

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Who You Are (Required & Preferred Qualifications)

• Entry-level distribution design experience in the electric power distribution or power delivery industry; typically 1–3 years of relevant experience is expected.
• For candidates with a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 0–1 years of hands-on distribution work may be acceptable.
• Working knowledge of power distribution concepts and distribution engineering practices.
• Background in electrical engineering, electrical design, or distribution engineering preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow engineering standards and project specifications.
• Good communication and collaboration skills for working with engineering teams and project stakeholders.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and grow within the electric distribution industry.

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Nice-to-Have / Tool Experience

• Experience using Katapult for distribution design.
• Experience using PoleForeman for pole loading and distribution analysis.
• Experience with GDT (Entergy software) or similar utility distribution tools.

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Workplace & Schedule

• This is a fully onsite, contract-to-hire position based in Oak Ridge North, TX (office-based).
• Typical schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday.
• The role offers professional development, mentoring, and a pathway to a longer-term position with increased responsibility.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour (Contract-to-hire). Actual pay offered will depend on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors.
• If eligible, standard benefits for temporary/contract roles may include: medical, dental & vision, 401(k) options, HSA, voluntary life/AD&D, disability plans, employee assistance program, and paid time off — benefits vary by job classification and length of employment.

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About the Hiring Organization

Careertakes is assisting a Confidential Client in the Engineering industry to hire this position. The Confidential Client is seeking candidates who want a career path in electric distribution engineering and are eager to develop technical skills with hands-on project exposure.

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Legal & Accessibility Notes

Careertakes and our client comply with applicable federal and state employment laws. The Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities — if you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, notify the hiring team.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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