Field Designer

United Utility Power Services, LLC; Commerce City (CO); Hybrid; USD 151,867,000 - 180,521,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

HSA / FSA options

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Short and long-term disability

Job summary

United Utility Services is seeking a Field Designer to bridge design and field execution. You will support construction, installation, commissioning, and implementation by providing practical design solutions, evaluating field conditions, and ensuring deliverables are achieved on schedule.

This hybrid role combines office and site work in Commerce City, CO, with regular client facility visits. Ideal candidates have an associate or bachelor’s degree, 5–7 years of design experience, and strong

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5–7 years of design experience, including field support.
• Strong understanding of design documentation and construction practices.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel regularly to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Support construction and field execution through technical design assistance.
• Conduct site visits, field investigations, constructability reviews, and field verification.
• Evaluate field conditions and recommend design modifications when necessary.
• Coordinate design revisions resulting from field observations or construction changes.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, contractors, and clients throughout project execution.
• Review field documentation and as-built information for completeness and accuracy.
• Support commissioning, startup, and project closeout activities.
• Mentor junior designers on field practices and constructability considerations.
• Promote safety, quality, and continuous improvement throughout project execution.

Skills

Design experience

Field support

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

About Us

Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism.At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions –built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand– fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.

The hourly rate for this position is between $53.00 - $63.00. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

Location: Commerce City, CO

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options where applicable; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; company-paid holidays; and short and long-term disability.

Position Summary

The Field Designer serves as the technical liaison between design and field execution. This role supports construction, installation, commissioning, and implementation activities by providing practical design solutions, evaluating field conditions, and ensuring project deliverables are successfully implemented.

Key Responsibilities

• Support construction and field execution through technical design assistance.
• Conduct site visits, field investigations, constructability reviews, and field verification.
• Evaluate field conditions and recommend design modifications when necessary.
• Coordinate design revisions resulting from field observations or construction changes.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, contractors, and clients throughout project execution.
• Review field documentation and as-built information for completeness and accuracy.
• Support commissioning, startup, and project closeout activities.
• Mentor junior designers on field practices and constructability considerations.
• Promote safety, quality, and continuous improvement throughout project execution.

Required Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5–7 years of design experience, including field support.
• Strong understanding of design documentation and construction practices.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel regularly to project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting commissioning or startup activities.
• OSHA or construction safety training.
• Experience coordinating with contractors and construction teams.
• Client-facing experience supporting infrastructure or engineering projects.

This position is split between office and field environments, with regular visits to client facilities, construction sites, and job sites. Field work routinely involves walking on uneven terrain, exposure to outdoor weather conditions, and the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE). Travel to project sites is expected on a regular basis.

Application Deadline

This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The Company reserves the right to extend or close the posting based on business needs and applicable policy requirements.

Applicants may be asked: “Are you currently employed by the Company?”

For standard external opportunities, this question is used for applicant classification, reporting, and workforce analytics purposes only.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing firms. Resumes submitted without a signed, written agreement with the Company and outside the approved HR/Recruiter process will not be reviewed or considered, and the Company will not be responsible for any associated fees.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.