Distribution Designer

We are looking for an Electric Distribution Designer to join our team and help improve infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be solution-oriented, self-motivated, and able to maintain high-quality standards while adhering to tight deadlines.

About the role

This role involves designing, planning, and coordinating low-voltage electric distribution projects. Initially, you will support work referred to as ESS4, where field-identified infrastructure repairs are designed, analyzed, and finalized into work orders. You will use the DDS design package and First Energy’s Crews (a SAP-based system) to complete work orders. Over time, you will transition into make-ready work and low-voltage distribution (LVD) projects.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical distribution systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client specifications.
• Collaborate with clients, project managers, and team members to gather project requirements and provide progress updates.
• Communicate with the public to inform them of upcoming project work in their area, minimizing disruption and maintaining community engagement.
• Complete asset assessments of overhead and underground electric equipment.
• Produce detailed design documentation, including drawings and specifications, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Perform engineering functions and calculations (e.g., voltage drop, flicker).
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for proposed projects.
• Prepare and facilitate requests for forestry, permitting, and Right-of-Way acquisition.
• Perform detailed analysis of utility poles using PoleForeman software.
• Prepare joint pole authorizations.
• Provide technical oversight and QA/QC of team designs and analysis.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation for easy retrieval and reference.
• Contribute to a positive team environment, fostering collaboration and open communication.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of direct experience in electrical distribution design within a utility setting.
• Experience with power distribution, ESS4 work, DDS design packages, and Crews (or similar SAP-based systems).
• Proficiency in engineering calculations (e.g., voltage drop, flicker) and software tools like PoleForeman.
• Strong organizational, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.

Skills

• Design
• Power distribution
• Distribution design
• Electrical engineering
• Power delivery
• ESS4
• DDS
• Crews (First Energy’s SAP-based system)

Pay

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00 per hour.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan (pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available)
• Life insurance (voluntary life and AD&D for employee and dependents)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time off/leave (PTO, vacation, or sick leave)

Schedule

This is a hybrid position based in Cincinnati, OH. The role is a contract position with an anticipated close date of August 14, 2026.