Staff Electrical Designer

Job Summary

The Staff Distribution Designer will work on project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on various 2.4kV to 34.5kV overhead and underground utility distribution projects. The Staff Distribution Designer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical distribution plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare distribution voltage packages for both overhead and underground projects, including distribution equipment installation, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder design.
• Develop and prepare design sketches, cost estimates, bill of materials, and other required deliverables.
• Perform various distribution calculations, including cable pulling, voltage drop, and pole loading calculations.
• Apply strong knowledge of NESC standards and utility standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.
• Research and compile project-related data as required by the project managers.
• Perform field inspections for overhead and underground electric facilities on public and private utility systems.
• Prepare and disseminate project communication regarding vegetation management, third-party attachments, right-of-way, and outage planning.
• Develop client presentations, reports, and visualizations to demonstrate technical results and project status.

Required Skills

• Must have distribution background and experience (must show on resume).

Required Experience

• Minimum 7 years of related/relevant experience with a Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field;
• Minimum 8 years of related/relevant experience with an Associate Degree;
• Minimum 9 years of progressive detailing and design experience with a High School diploma.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field and minimum 7 years of related/relevant experience required;
• Associate Degree and minimum 8 years of related/relevant experience required;
• High School diploma and minimum 9 years of progressive detailing and design experience required.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client is a leading infrastructure engineering and utilities organization operating across grid distribution and transmission & distribution (T&D) infrastructure in the United States. Supporting large-scale multi-million dollar projects, they employ engineers, designers, project controls specialists, and supply chain professionals across on-site field and office environments. The organization emphasizes regulatory compliance, operational safety, and long-term infrastructure reliability across their project teams.

About GTT

We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.