Remote Distribution Designer II

Position Description:
Designers perform power distribution design functions for our customers. Designers will apply knowledge of commonly-
used concepts, practices, and procedures in electrical and/or civil engineering environments and will rely on standards,
instructions, and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Our Designers can perform various
types of power distribution design tasks related to end-to-end design, make-ready design, joint use design, permitting,
pole replacements, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Executes work orders for the design of power distribution infrastructure while meeting quality, time, and budget
constraints.
• Performs 2-D Civil and/or Electrical type design in CAD (i.e. AutoCAD, MicroStation)
• Interprets general designs, data, and notes and applies established design guidelines, processes, and procedures
• Resolves problems encountered throughout the design process
• Collaborates with others (managers, designers, field techs, drafters, administration) to devise the best
infrastructure solutions
• Performs limited walkouts or kickoff/scope meetings within a given project, program, or customer to assist in
specific types of route analysis, preparation of scope, and/or to assist in the preparation of bid documentation
• Performs limited walkouts with contractors to review specific types of completed construction within a given
project, program, or customer for accuracy and quality
• Performs research to identify pole ownership, right of way, property rights, and permit requirements and
communicates with outside parties to obtain right-of-way approvals and easements
• Provides guidance to others for specific duties in software, processes, and procedures
• Provides quality control review

Requirements

• Education: HS Diploma or equivalent is required. An Associate’s degree or higher is acceptable but not required.
Management may consider other combinations of education as needed.
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of demonstrated experience in the Electric utility industry is required.
Management may consider other combinations of experience as needed.
• Personal: Valid driver’s license and insurance, willing to take a background check/drug test/driving record check,
authorized to work in the United States
• CAD, MicroStation, or other related design program experience is required
• Ability to read and comprehend engineering schematics.
• Knowledge of power distribution system construction and planning procedures
• Ability to learn and operate customer-based proprietary software
• Computer literate – especially Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Willing to travel overnight during the week if needed (minimal travel required)