Mid-Level Distribution Designer

Location: Ft Worth

State/Territory: Texas

Department: Power Delivery Distribution Services IX Dept

Description

Mid-Level Distribution Designer

Summary of Roles and Responsibilities

POWER Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Distribution Designer for the Power Delivery Distribution Department in Tyler, Texas or FT Worth, TX. The qualified candidate should have previous exposure to utility standards, the ability to use common industry design software packages, as well as general construction knowledge and aptitude. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for performing designs on both overhead and underground distribution systems (4 kV to 35 kV)

• Perform calculations, interpret codes and standards, create construction packages, and perform quality control reviews.

• Must be capable of working both independently and within a team framework and will be expected to deal directly with clients.

• Must possess the ability to lead and direct a team of engineers, designers, and drafters

• Some travel should be expected

Required Education/Experience

• Five (5) + years of experience in designing and operating overhead and underground distribution lines (4 kV through 35 kV)

• Familiarity with distribution design software, the National Electric Safety Code, and utility best practices

• Experience preparing forestry trimming requests, facilitating permit and Right-of-Way acquisition, estimating costs, and customer advocacy such as, acquiring easements

• Underground design experience working and coordinating with developers for new residential, commercial developments and high rises

• Experience designing underground feeders from the Substation, cable sizing and cable derating

• Familiarity with OH feeder, lateral and riser design, pole bore and pole foreman

• Strong command of the English language and possess good written and oral communications skills

• Must be able to successfully pass client's background screening process

• Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Desired Education/Experience

• A two-year technical certificate or degree, prior utility design experience, or distribution line construction

• Exposure to utility Geographical Information Systems (GIS) such as GE Smallworld, ArcFM, DDS, DM, etc.

• AutoCAD experience

At POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

You’ll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives. You’ll have the chance to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you’ll find the support, coaching and training it takes to advance your career.

Since we’re employee-owned, we get to make POWER a great place to work. That includes providing competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefits package:

• Medical/Dental/Vision

• Paid Holidays

• Vacation/Paid Sick Leave

• Voluntary Life Insurance

• 401K

• Telehealth Benefit covers all providers

• Maternity and Paternity Leave

• New Dads and Moms Benefit program

• Fertility Benefits

• Gender-affirming care

POWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!

EOE, including disability/vets

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