Distribution Designer

Trico; Marana (AZ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Trico Electric Cooperative in Marana, AZ is seeking a Distribution Designer to handle field design and staking of overhead and underground line extensions, ensuring safety and reliability. This role participates in a three-year development program to build technical and regulatory expertise.

You will collaborate across departments, maintain adherence to standards, and support complex design work while growing toward independent contributions in system expansion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus one year of electric utility distribution design classes.
• Two years of experience in survey, design, mapping and related fields within electric utility industry.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Handle field design and staking of overhead and underground line extensions.
• Ensure compliance with RUS and NESC standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support quality service delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD 2020+

AUD software

NISC iVUE

Job description

Join Our Team as a Distribution Designer at Trico Electric Cooperative!

Posting Period: Thursday February 19th- Until filled

Hourly Wage :$37.58

We are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, where employees are empowered to grow, collaborate, and contribute to meaningful work. Just as we strive to provide 5-star customer service to our members, we also hold ourselves to the highest standards in how we work and support one another.

What You Will Do:

The Distribution Designer handles field design and staking of overhead and underground line extensions, ensuring compliance with RUS and NESC standards to support safe, efficient system expansion. Acting as a liaison across departments, this role fosters collaboration for quality service delivery. The position participates in a three-year development program to build technical, field, and regulatory expertise, preparing the Designer for independent complex design work and strategic contributions.

What You Bring to Trico:

• A high school diploma or equivalent plus one year of electric utility distribution design classes, with two (2) years’ experience in survey, design, mapping, and related fields within the electric utility industry.
• A valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record are required for this position.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (version 2020 or newer) is required, with the ability to efficiently create, modify, and interpret technical drawings and design layouts.
• Familiarity with Automated Utility Design (AUD) software and its application in utility design workflows is preferred.
• Experience using NISC iVUE software for utility operations, customer service, or engineering functions is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.