job summary: A Distribution Design Engineer is needed for an American defense, aviation, information technology, and biomedical research company in the Houston, TX area. This engineering role independently manages complex overhead and underground electric distribution designs supporting infrastructure upgrades and wildfire mitigation and proficiency in CAD, pole loading tools, and utility standards. location: Houston, Texas job type: Contract salary: $24.93 - 37.89 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Interpret utility scope documents and convert into detailed, executable design packages.Lead the development of design and construction work packages.Conduct engineering calculations (e.g., pole loading, voltage drop, conductor sag, guying).Resolve field conflicts like underground congestion, joint use, and clearance issues.Support construction with engineering oversight and post-construction inspections.Perform root cause analysis of outages and recommend mitigation strategies.Collaborate on permitting, right-of-way (ROW), and easement documentation for complex urban projects.Conduct design self-checks before submitting to QA/QC. Skills: AutoCAD, AUD.ESRI-based GIS.O-Calc, Pole foreman (pole loading tools).Google Earth.Proprietary data collection & design platforms (training provided).Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and at least one pole loading tool. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, or related) from an ABET-accredited institution.Minimum 2 years of electric utility distribution design experience (consulting or utility). #LI-AG1 qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedEducation: Bachelors skills: Power distributionAutoCADCompliance Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.