Electric Distribution Designer — Remote Options

The Planet Group; The Woodlands (TX); Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Group is seeking a Distribution Designer for a contract-to-hire role in the Woodlands, TX area with potential remote work depending on experience. The designer will handle GIS-based design tasks, field data processing, and preparation of construction drawings for distribution projects.

The role requires an Associate degree in engineering or technology, or related experience, and 0–5+ years in the field. Proficiency with GIS and project management tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• 0–5+ years of experience in engineering or design.
• Associate degree in engineering or technology, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with GIS and distribution design tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Update GIS software to reflect current field conditions.
• Design and process construction work requests for overhead distribution per guidelines.
• Prepare CAD-like drawings and construction documents for QA and design reviews.
• Create distribution circuit designs and interpret circuit drawings and engineering concepts.
• Assist with pole boring, cost estimates, and project documentation.

Skills

Years of experience

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in engineering or technology

Power distribution design experience

Tools

IKE Pole Foreman

Maximo

Utility Work Management Systems

SAP

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Job description

Planet Group is seeking a Distribution Designer for a contract-to-hire role in the Woodlands, TX area with potential remote work depending on experience. The designer will handle GIS-based design tasks, field data processing, and preparation of construction drawings for distribution projects.

The role requires an Associate degree in engineering or technology, or related experience, and 0–5+ years in the field. Proficiency with GIS and project management tools is preferred.