Field Designer

System One; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

System One is seeking a Field Designer for a 12-month contract in Eau Claire, WI. The role blends field visits with design work, focusing on electric distribution projects and GIS-enabled layout using CAD tools.

You will interact with customers, manage project scope, and prepare documentation such as BOMs and schedules. Qualifications emphasize strong communication, organizational skills, and basic electrical knowledge.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, both verbal and written.
• Organizational and project management abilities.
• Basic electrical knowledge or background.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• GIS or AutoCAD experience is a plus but not required.
• People skills, adaptability, and independence.
• No specific degree required; open to various backgrounds.
• Experience in electrical or utility fields is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage electric distribution projects for new and existing customers.
• Interact with customers and manage projects, including field assessments and system design.
• Perform transformer sizing, underground cable routing, and pole placement.
• Create and revise sketches and drawings using CAD or manual drafting.
• Prepare BOMs and schedules to support design drawings.
• Assist engineering with drawing transmittals and construction issues.
• Read customer requirements, data sheets, and supplier specs.
• Conduct field visits and office-based design work.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Basic electrical knowledge

Microsoft Office

GIS

AutoCAD

People skills

Learning mindset

Independence

Education

No degree required

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Field Designer
Location: Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Type: 12 month Contract
Compensation: $30.00 - $31.50 per hour
Work Model: Hybrid onsite and remote

Responsibilities

• Design and manage electric distribution projects for new and existing customers.
• Responsibilities include customer interaction, project management, field assessments, and system design using GE Smallworld (customized GIS).
• Tasks include transformer sizing, underground cable routing, and pole placement.
• Create, update, and revise sketches, working drawings, and contract documents using CAD or manual drafting to meet customer requirements.
• Prepare documentation to support design drawings, including bills of material and schedules.
• Assist engineering personnel with formal drawing transmittals and construction issues.
• Read and comprehend detailed customer requirements, data sheets, and supplier specifications.
• Conduct field visits and computer-based design work, with a mix of office and field activities.
• Collaborate with team members in a supportive, idea-sharing environment.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed during field visits to residential, commercial, and construction sites.

Requirements

• Strong communication (verbal and written).
• Organizational and project management skills.
• Basic electrical knowledge or background.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• GIS or AutoCAD experience is a plus but not required.
• People skills, desire to learn, adaptability, and independence.
• No specific degree required; open to various backgrounds including construction, call center, police, etc.
• Experience in electrical or utility fields is a plus.
• No certifications required.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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