Power Distribution Designer III

HKA Enterprises; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises is seeking a Designer III to work primarily in an office setting with significant field work. You will design utility systems, including overhead/underground circuits, lighting, and gas/generation setups, with interaction with clients and crews. DOE-based pay ranges apply.

The role involves producing CAD drawings, project documentation, and permitting materials, plus mentorship to peers. A valid driver's license and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent + 4 years of relevant work experience
• Associate's degree + 3 years of relevant work experience
• Valid driver's license
• Pass pre-employment drug screening and background check; motor vehicle checks may be required based on position

Responsibilities

• Independently perform field data collection and project-specific inspections for moderately complex projects
• Produce high-quality CAD drawings and material lists for simple projects
• Provide support required by supervision for more complex tasks
• Ensure all necessary project communications are documented as required by training
• Provide guidance and training to peers and newer designers on simple projects
• Independently produce permitting documentation as needed
• Communicate with clients and participate in site meetings with oversight
• Work independently, under supervision for mentorship, guidance, and training

Skills

CAD design

Field data collection

Client coordination

Project documentation

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

The Designer III (DT III) position is the third level in the Designer career track. This role provides designs for utility systems, including overhead and underground circuits for joint use, lighting, and commercial, industrial, and residential development, as well as gas and generation systems. This track also supports field data collection and storm restoration efforts. You'll handle moderately complex design projects and provide support on more complex projects, with more independence than the DT II, while interacting with clients/customers and construction crews. Primarily office-based with significant field work required, including exposure to inclement weather.

Pay: $27.00- $30.00 per hour DOE

Responsibilities:

• Independently perform field data collection and project-specific inspections for moderately complex projects
• Produce high-quality CAD drawings and material lists for simple projects;
• provide support required by supervision for more complex tasks
• Ensure all necessary project communications are documented as required by training
• Provide guidance and training to peers and newer designers on simple projects
• Independently produce permitting documentation as needed
• Communicate with clients and participate in site meetings with oversight
• Work independently, under supervision for mentorship, guidance, and training

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent + 4 years of relevant work experience, OR Associate's degree + 3 years of relevant work experience
• Valid driver's license
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check; motor vehicle checks may be required based on position

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