Distribution Designer - Kansas City

About the role

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Distribution Designer for our Utility Services team to support projects in the greater Kansas City, MO area. This position will accommodate a REMOTE WORK arrangement, but the candidate will be expected to reside within approximately a one hour radius of Kansas City, MO in order to conduct field data acquisition in the client's service area in addition to performing design duties.

Responsibilities

• Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and different construction situations in the field, including rights-of-way
• Apply National Electric Safety Code (NESC) Standards, Client Standards, Federal, State or Local Municipal Guidelines, and/or other applicable guidelines to complete engineering designs (Pole Replacements, Communication Space Rearrangements, Joint-Use Design)
• Regularly utilize Client proprietary software packages or equipment to complete daily responsibilities in the engineering design workflow process, may include facilitating new attachment permitting process
• Communicate with others, including co-workers and clients, to agree on the best solution for engineering design
• Accountable for work assigned and responsible for completing work on project schedule and within project budget while regularly communicating status with management team
• Frequently communicate with Client(s) on engineering design to best determine the most cost-effective solution for their project
• Provide timely and detailed documentation and support to Orbital accounting functions for ensuring projects are on budget and appropriately accounted
• Transcribe notes, use measuring devices to identify, inspect, and record the data which is found in an organized manner
• Endure frequent driving, standing, walking (numerous miles a day), navigating (on foot or in a vehicle), and balancing objects which may weigh up to 20 pounds in congested and/or complex terrain
• Work from home and an office setting, as required
• Occasionally enter energized extra-high voltage substations up to 745kV and will need to coordinate with appropriate utility personnel throughout fielding activities within this location

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with 3+ years of experience in fieldwork or a construction environment, drafting, utility experience, or technical design
• Associates Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline with 0-2 years of experience, with interest in fieldwork, or surveying
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics preferred
• Working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction preferred
• Experience in pole loading (Spida Calc, O-Calc, Pole Foreman, or Katapult) or other construction modeling software (AutoCAD, DDS) is beneficial
• Familiar with Design and Checking practices for engineering drawings and deliverables preferred
• Familiar with Safe Work Practices and PPE applications preferred
• Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and effectively communicate project statuses
• Computer proficiency including general Microsoft Office products, design, and business enterprise software
• Effective written and oral communication at all levels within an organizational structure
• Reasoning skills and ability to solve practical problems
• Able to pass a fit for duty test
• Able to work from home and an office setting, as required

Benefits

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance, company-paid short-term disability coverage, and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.