Lead Designer

United Utility; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United Utility is seeking a Lead Designer in Springfield, MA to design overhead electric distribution projects critical to strengthening the electrical grid. The role involves processing survey data and preparing distribution circuit designs using GIS software. An associate degree in engineering or a related field is required, along with relevant experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and AutoCAD knowledge. Expected skills include good communication and flexibility to adapt to changes. This position offers a hybrid work schedule and serves the state of Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• 2 years related experience required or 4 years without a degree.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must pass background and credit check.

Responsibilities

• Design overhead electric distribution projects to strengthen the client's electrical grid.
• Process field survey data and prepare distribution circuit designs.
• Update GIS software to reflect current field conditions.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Good oral and written communication skills

Ability to interact with clients

Strong ability to tolerate change

Working knowledge of AutoCAD

Education

Associate degree in engineering, technology, or trade certificate

Tools

GIS software

AutoCAD

Mapping software

Job description

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.

About The Role

Lead Designer designs overhead electric distribution projects that will serve to strengthen the client's electrical grid. The incumbent will process field survey data, circuit drawings, utility standards, project estimates, and feeder system upgrades utilizing GIS software and a work management system provided by the utility.

This position reports out of the Springfield, MA office on a hybrid schedule, and will support work throughout the state of Massachusetts.

Key Responsibilities

• Updates GIS software to reflect current field conditions
• With guidance, designs and processes construction work requests related to overhead and underground associated with electric distribution systems applying the prescribed guidelines, utility standards, and procedures.
• Prepares computer assisted designs and generates construction drawings for review by Quality Assurance (QA), Design Supervisor, and other Designers
• Prepares distribution circuit designs with basic understanding of circuit drawings and distribution engineering concepts
• With assistance, prepares pole boring, cost estimates, and any other required documents and reports for construction and maintenance projects
• Track and updates design activities within United Utility's project management system
• Attends regular training sessions to maintain proficiency in design work
• Promotes a safe work environment using United Utility's Gold Standard
• Stays current on client guideline changes
• Follows the United Utility safety procedures when out of office and in the field including the pre-job brief and vehicle inspections
• Attends outside meetings with client engineers to define project scope and submit meeting notes for all client and designated internal staff at pre-construction, pre-engineering, and pre-design stages
• Assist with the gathering of information from field survey data and verify accuracy of maps and record drawings
• Assist with storm restoration activities such as damage assessment and circuit patrols during a storm.
• Other duties as assigned

Key Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering, technology, trade certificate and 2 years related experience required.
• 4 years related experience required in place of degree will be considered
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• Must pass background and credit check
• Good oral and written communication skills are required
• Ability to interact with clients in connection with project design responsibilities
• Strong ability to tolerate change and willingness to be flexible
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD

Key Nice-To-Haves

• Ability to utilize mapping software preferred
• NJUNS experience

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