Distribution Designer

Sterling Engineering

Greenville (SC)

On-site

USD 39,778 - 56,653

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical Plans

Dental & Vision Plans

401(k)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Distribution Engineering Designer to develop designs for electrical distribution systems. This role involves creating complex design drawings and conducting field inspections, ensuring safety and efficiency in all aspects of work. With a focus on professional growth, the position offers a full employee benefits package and opportunities for advancement. If you have a passion for engineering and a commitment to safety, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the utilities industry.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience in electrical distribution design.
Proficient in CAD and AutoCAD software.

Responsibilities

Produce electric distribution design drawings and BOM for construction.
Perform field data collection and project-specific inspections.

Skills

Electrical Distribution Design

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

AutoCAD

Field Data Collection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

CAD Software

AutoCAD Software

Job description

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Direct message the job poster from Sterling Engineering

Title: Distribution Engineering Designer

Pay up to $35/hr based on experience.

Overview:

Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Job Summary:

The Distribution Engineering Designer III (DED III) position is the third level of the DED career track where progression is based on time in grade and performance. This career track is tasked with developing designs for electrical distribution systems including but not limited to: Overhead and underground circuits for joint use, lighting, and commercial, industrial and residential development. This track is responsible for using technical skills and incorporating accurate field data collection to complete design work. This role will assist with storm restoration when requested, especially as a damage assessor.

Job Duties:

Producing computer-aided electric distribution design drawings and Bill Of Material (BOM) necessary for the construction
of complex projects without ongoing oversight.
· Performing field data collection using standard tools, methods and processes and performing necessary project-specific
inspections accurately and efficiently
· Becoming familiar with defined technical skills which can include cable pulling calculations, cable voltage drop
calculations, transformer loading calculations, and pole loading analysis calculations.
· Gaining understanding of client construction standards, construction and workflow processes, and customer charging
guidelines, as required.
· Generating permitting and other project-supporting documentation as needed.
· Exhibiting ability to communicate with clients and lead site meetings with minimal oversight.
· Demonstrating ability to pursue work from the Client.
· Understanding the hazards and dangers of the distribution system and how to navigate their role to prevent dangerous
situations and mitigating hazards during the office and field portion of their role.
· Actively looking out for others’ safety in all aspects of this work.
· Attending and engaging in scheduled safety meetings and adhering to driving and site hazard identification, mitigation and
reporting training.
· Incumbents will have the ability to work on a storm response local or travel team as an Assessor or Team Lead, as needed.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED, Prefer Associates Degree
Minimum or 2+ years of electrical distribution design experience in the utilities industry
Proficient knowledge of CAD and autoCAD

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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