Overhead Distribution Designer (GIS) – Grid Upgrades

Summit Underground Services; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 106,075,000 - 137,540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA & FSA

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Disability Insurance

Job summary

United Utility Services in Lubbock, TX seeks a Designer for overhead electric distribution projects to strengthen the client's grid. You will process field survey data, circuit drawings, and project estimates using GIS and our work management system.

The role requires a engineering/tech degree and 3–5 years of power distribution design experience, plus proficiency with AutoCAD or Design Manager, and strong communication with clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/associate degree in engineering, technology, and 3-5 years power distribution design/engineering experience required.
• 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.
• Displays a questioning attitude.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Design Manager.
• Experience with Xcel Energy Distribution.

Responsibilities

• Updates GIS software to reflect current field conditions.
• With guidance, designs and processes construction work requests related to overhead associated with electric distribution systems applying the prescribed guidelines, utility standards, and procedures.
• Prepares computer assisted designs and generates construction drawings for review by QA, Design Supervisor, and other Designers.
• Prepares distribution circuit designs with basic understanding of circuit drawings and distribution engineering concepts.
• Assists with pole boring, cost estimates, and any other required documents and reports for construction and maintenance projects.
• Tracks 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 in field and pre-construction stages.
• Attends outside meetings with client engineers to define project scope and submit meeting notes.
• Assist with gathering information from field survey data and verify accuracy of maps and record drawings.
• Assist with storm restoration activities such as patrolling and production lead during a storm.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Power distribution design

Project coordination

Client interaction

Communication skills

Education

Engineering/Technology degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Design Manager

GIS software

Job description

United Utility Services in Lubbock, TX seeks a Designer for overhead electric distribution projects to strengthen the client's grid. You will process field survey data, circuit drawings, and project estimates using GIS and our work management system.

The role requires a engineering/tech degree and 3–5 years of power distribution design experience, plus proficiency with AutoCAD or Design Manager, and strong communication with clients.