Electric Distribution Designer — Power Grid Innovator

Pedernales Electric Cooperative; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is seeking a highly skilled design engineer to create residential, commercial, and feeder distribution layouts for overhead and underground facilities in the Austin area. You will interpret blueprints, develop materials lists, and coordinate with ROW, crews and planners while ensuring compliance with PEC safety and line extension policies.

The role requires knowledge of NEC/NESC standards, GIS proficiency, and a minimum of three years’ related experience, along

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and the National Electric Safety Code requirements relevant to distribution design issues
• Three years of directly related work experience
• Valid Texas Driver's License and Motor Vehicle Report that comply with PEC policy
• Ability to interpret blueprints and specifications
• Experience with GIS and drawing distribution facilities
• Strong math and surveying knowledge

Responsibilities

• Meet with members, developers and contractors, consultants, and government entities to discuss the process and procedures for supplying electric power.
• Research, acquire record, prepare, and verify required overhead or URD easements.
• Notarize easements as necessary per customer request.
• Research to ensure customer deed information is correct and up to date.
• Draw new distribution facilities within the GIS.
• Prepare cost estimates for new line extensions and relocations.
• Oversee project(s) to ensure completion on time and within budget.
• Record survey measurements and descriptive data using notes, drawings, sketches and plats.
• Operate PEC vehicle(s) for business purposes per PEC policies.

Skills

Electrical distribution design

Blueprint reading

GIS design/editing

Project coordination

Time management

Effective communication

Texas driver license

Education

Associate's Degree in a field related to electric utility distribution and power design

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is seeking a highly skilled design engineer to create residential, commercial, and feeder distribution layouts for overhead and underground facilities in the Austin area. You will interpret blueprints, develop materials lists, and coordinate with ROW, crews and planners while ensuring compliance with PEC safety and line extension policies.

The role requires knowledge of NEC/NESC standards, GIS proficiency, and a minimum of three years’ related experience, along