Distribution Designer - Wisconsin

NextGenEnergyJobs; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Atwell is seeking a Distribution Designer to craft overhead and underground distribution facilities, supporting project teams with precise design work. The role involves converting concepts into deliverables, and coordinating with utilities and developers to ensure compliant, efficient systems.

You will work on transitioning designs, review recommendations, and utilize tools like AutoCAD, PLS CADD, and other engineering software to maintain accuracy and meet project timelines.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of NESC, PENG (overhead and underground) standards.
• Experience in distribution, transmission, substation or service design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is required.

Responsibilities

• Design overhead and underground distribution facilities and systems.
• Perform site visits and provide field support to crews.
• Prepare documents and calculations for permits and submissions.
• Verify as-built data in GIS/AUD and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

NESC knowledge

PENG knowledge

Structural analysis

Sag analysis

Geometry & algebra

Team collaboration

Tools

AutoCAD

PLS CADD

PLS POLE

SPIDACalc

CDEGS

CYMECAP

CYMEDIST

CYMETCC

O-Calc

Job description

As a Distribution Designer at Atwell, you will play a crucial role in supporting project teams through meticulous design work on both overhead and underground distribution electrical facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Distribution Overhead lines: Pole replacement, PCB transformer replacements, large infrastructure projects and line expansions. Distribution generation, line refurbishment, and new construction (wood and composite poles).
• Grid Modernization: Smart switches & battery storage: Switch replacements, internal line conversions, rebuilds, voltage conversions and major projects.
• Distribution Underground lines: Replacement of underground feeders including but not limited to identifying splicing, installation of vaults, kiosks, and switch gears. Designs including overhead to underground transitions.
• New Customer connections Subdivision design Street lighting Upgrade work on existing customer connections
• Design overhead and underground distribution electrical facilities and also work on projects including but not limited to: system improvement pole locations, substation design, and service design.
• Address engineering challenges on diverse projects of varying sizes and scopes.
• Collaborate with electric utilities and private developers.
• Provide additional project support by drafting documents and computations and local permit applications.
• Maintain a keen focus on precision, sense of urgency, and technical expertise.
• Verify as-built conditions in GIS/AUD so that any identified discrepancies with field data are corrected as part of engineering submissions.
• Apply problem-solving abilities for large utility clients.
• Utilize and learn engineering software packages for distribution design.
• Communicate effectively with Project Manager and Team Leader on workload status to meet chargeability goals.
• Perform site-visits, walk-downs, and provide design support to field workers

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of NESC, PENG (overhead and underground) and client requirements.
• Design experience working on distribution, transmission, system improvement projects, substation design, service design, and/or switch replacements.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is required.
• Familiarity with engineering design software applications, such as PLS CADD, PLS POLE, SPIDACalc, Quick Pole, CDEGS, CYMECAP, CYMEDIST, CYMETCC, SAG10, O-Calc (as specified by the purchaser).
• Strong math and engineering skills, including structural analysis, sag analysis, basic algebra, and geometry.
• Knowledge of Rural Utilities Service (RUS) standards
• Working experience in the field of electric distribution, natural gas distribution, substation, and/or communications (i.e. fiber).
• DDS (Distribution Design Studio) experience is preferred.
• AUD (Automated Utility Design) experience is a bonus.
• **This position will be remote 2+ days a week and also reporting to Green Bay office 2x a week. Candidate must be in the Wisconsin market. Ideal areas include Green Bay, Wausau, Milwaukee, and Madison for client-facing travel.**
• Pay Range - $25.00 - $50.00 base, + Bonus.