Distribution Designer

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 updates on progress.
• Communicate with the public to inform them of upcoming project work in their area to minimize disruption and maintain community engagement.
• Complete asset assessments of overhead and underground electric equipment.
• Produce detailed design documentation, including drawings and specifications, while ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Complete engineering functions and calculations (e.g., voltage drop, flicker).
• Perform site assessments and feasibility studies for proposed projects.
• Prepare and facilitate requests for forestry, permitting, and Right-of-Way acquisition.
• Prepare detailed analysis of utility poles utilizing PoleForeman software.
• Prepare joint pole authorizations.
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance 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 experience in electrical distribution design.
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD.
• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with utility software such as DDS and Crews.
• Experience with detailed engineering calculations and analyses.

Essential Skills

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in a technical field preferred.
• Experience in power distribution and engineering.
• Familiarity with industry standards and client specifications.
• Experience with distribution design software and tools.