Designer - Electric Utilities

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and program management firm based in California seeking Designers to join our Energy-Electric team. This role involves designing and analyzing Overhead and Underground Electric utility lines, contributing to the development and enhancement of power infrastructure.

About the role

The Designer plays a pivotal role in maintaining industry standards, implementing innovative solutions, and providing technical expertise in Electric utility design.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineering and design team to produce and/or review overhead and underground distribution design packages.
• Prepare construction drawings, materials inventory (install and removals), voltage drop calculations, environmental/FAA/permitting releases, easements, fielding photos, and notes, distribution planning coordination requests, and GIS maps.
• Understand and apply knowledge of overhead or underground Electric utility designs and construction standards, applicable codes, and industry practice to produce reliable and technically sound designs and/or quality control reviews.
• Review design documents and drawings for accuracy and completeness, addressing any discrepancies or issues identified during the review process.
• Provide clear and concise comments and justifications where design deficiencies are observed.
• Review revised designs for incorporation of comments.
• Identify trends or new issues and communicate with management to review along with potential solutions.
• Ensure and maintain compliance with applicable company and client standards and procedures.
• Provide technical support to junior designers.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of department and company goals.
• Participate in special projects or tasks as required.
• Occasional fieldwork on an as-needed basis depending on project workload and needs.

Requirements

Designer I

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent required.
• 1-3+ years of experience in Electric Overhead and/or Underground utility design required.
• Experience calculating voltage drop and flicker preferred.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Proficiency using Overhead design software required; O-Calc design software preferred.
• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to provide technical support to junior designers preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Designer II

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent required.
• 3-5+ years of experience in Electric Overhead and/or Underground utility design required.
• Proficiency calculating voltage drop and flicker required.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Proficiency using Overhead design software required; O-Calc design software preferred.
• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience using SAP software preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience providing technical support to junior designers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Pay

• Designer I: $28.00 - $43.00 per hour.
• Designer II: $34.00 – $48.00 per hour.

Schedule

• Hybrid: 3 days per week in El Centro, CA.
• Travel: Up to 10% travel within Imperial County, CA depending on project needs.

Benefits

• Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire.
• Paid AD&D and life insurance.
• 401k with an industry-leading employer match.
• Generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans.
• Employee assistance program and well-being benefits (stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being).

About Cordoba Corporation

Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. We collaborate closely with clients to deliver complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

• National Recognition: Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018.
• Statewide Presence: With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence with offices in San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Legal authorization to work in the U.S.A. on a full-time basis without sponsorship is required. Ability to pass a pre-authorized physical including a drug-screening and background check.