Electric Distribution Project Designer

Eetdbuyersguide; Bluffton (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominion Energy South Carolina is seeking an Associate Project Designer, Project Designer, or Sr. Project Designer to join our team in the greater Bluffton, SC area.

This full-time role supports Electric Distribution Engineering in DESC's Southern District, with responsibilities including designing, drawing, calculations, load analysis, and project cost estimation. Successful candidates will size equipment, obtain permits, coordinate with stakeholders, and assist operations during construction.

Qualifications

• 0–2+ years related experience for Associate Project Designer.
• Basic knowledge of electricity, electric distribution design, electric distribution operation, and use of a personal computer.
• Skills: problem solving, decision making, project management, time management, organization, verbal and written communication, conflict resolution, teamwork, attention to detail, and adaptability.
• Physical attributes to perform essential function: walking, climbing, stooping, bending and prolonged standing.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical designs.
• Prepare detailed drawings and exhibits.
• Complete engineering calculations.
• Analyze electrical load data.
• Size equipment based on engineering standards and codes.
• Determine location of equipment and ensure safe access and clearance can be maintained.
• Secure necessary permits.
• Facilitate easement negotiations and acquisitions.
• Determine material needs.
• Assist in procurement of special order items.
• Estimate project costs and timelines.
• Calculate estimated revenue and non-standard costs for billing customers.
• Coordinate with internal and external customers and stakeholders.
• Communicate company policy and procedures and ensure compliance.
• Assist operations during construction.
• Inspect installed equipment to ensure code compliance.
• Identify safety issues and hazards.
• Recommend improvements to prevent safety issues.
• Evaluate impact of decisions and actions on own and other's safety.
• Account for material.
• Monitor inventory, as-built drawings, ensure mapping accuracy in GIS.
• Assist in service restoration during outages.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Skills

problem-solving

decision-making

project management

time management

organization

verbal and written communication

conflict resolution

teamwork

attention to detail

adaptability

Education

Associates degree

Job description

Dominion Energy South Carolina is seeking an Associate Project Designer, Project Designer, or Sr. Project Designer to join our team in the greater Bluffton, SC area.

This full-time role supports Electric Distribution Engineering in DESC's Southern District, with responsibilities including designing, drawing, calculations, load analysis, and project cost estimation. Successful candidates will size equipment, obtain permits, coordinate with stakeholders, and assist operations during construction.