Sr. Design Technician - Electric Distribution

About the role

In this role, you’ll support various Electric Distribution design projects for various utility clients throughout Central OH. We are seeking candidates of various levels of experience who are eager to learn, gain hands-on experience, collaborate with industry experts, thrive in a collaborative team environment and are hungry to grow within a company that prioritizes professional development. This is a remote role located in/around Columbus with some office, field and client facing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performing a variety of design tasks for associated Overhead and Underground electric utility design projects, including drafting, engineering calculations, easement validation; design/construction cost estimating & permit package development.
• Managing multiple projects to assure timely, successful completion resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction and meeting company/departmental goals.
• Travel to utility and customer locations to perform site visits including pole inspections, pole load calculations, assessment of equipment performance, and identification of potential issues while making recommendations for improvement.
• Maintain accurate records of activities, to include service calls, repairs, pole inspections, audits, and maintenance performed.
• Perform regular assessment of equipment to ensure proper functionality and prevent issues, including diagnosing and troubleshooting problems, and/or repairing or replacing defective parts.

Qualifications

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; established professional computer skills; aptitude for quickly learning new software and other tools; experience with Electric Distribution or other Utility Design projects; experience with Distribution Design Studio (DDS) software; experience working on projects related to AEP distribution design; willingness to travel locally or regionally as needed; valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Preferred: Design skills including Citrix, Work Manager and O-Calc; knowledge of gas and/or electric distribution systems, including related equipment; advanced degree in a technical‑related field; construction coordination experience, including communicating with developers and residents; GIS mapping familiarity; experience with DOT permitting processes and requirements.