Electric Distribution Planner

Description

The Engineering Technologist III is a senior-level technical resource responsible for independently developing and designing complex electric distribution work orders. This role serves as a primary point of contact for customers, construction personnel, and internal stakeholders while managing distribution projects from initial customer engagement through construction completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently review and manage assigned work orders through the Maximo Work Management System.
• Serve as the primary customer contact, responding to inquiries and providing project updates via phone, email, text, and in-person meetings.
• Meet with residential and commercial customers to gather field information and develop design solutions for new electric service installations.
• Design and develop complex electric distribution work orders, including primary and secondary distribution facilities.
• Prepare detailed engineering designs and construction packages utilizing DesignLite and other company systems.
• Develop cost estimates and project scopes for customer-driven work where applicable.
• Lead technical design efforts for customer service projects, line relocations, pole replacements, asset replacement programs, and other complex distribution initiatives.
• Perform field assessments and determine engineering solutions for distribution system improvements.
• Cook up coordination with engineering, operations, construction, permitting, and customer stakeholders throughout project execution.
• Resolve construction issues and design challenges through project completion and meter installation.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, safety requirements, construction practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Review technical designs and project documentation for quality and accuracy.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced technologists.

Minimum Qualifications

• Average degree in Engineering Technology or a related technical field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Significant experience designing work orders for an electric utility.
• Demonstrated experience supporting electric distribution projects beyond basic lighting work.
• Experience with customer-facing utility projects, asset replacement programs, line relocations, pole replacement projects, and new service installations.
• Strong knowledge of electric distribution design, construction practices, utility standards, and customer service processes.
• Experience utilizing utility work management and design systems.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive electric utility distribution design experience.
• Experience with Maximo, DesignLite, GIS, CAD, or similar utility engineering software.
• Experience managing multiple complex work orders simultaneously.
• Advanced knowledge of electric distribution construction practices and standards.
• Previous mentoring or technical leadership experience.

Additional Information

• Standard schedule is 40 hours per week.
• During major storm restoration events, candidates may have the opportunity to serve in damage assessment or scout roles and support restoration activities, including overtime opportunities.
• No hands-on electrical construction work is required.
• Required PPE includes hard hat, EH-rated safety footwear, high-visibility vest, and work gloves as appropriate for field activities.