Power Distribution Senior Designer

Wanzek Construction, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401k plan

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Job summary

MasTec Professional Services seeks a Power Distribution Engineer/Senior Designer to work on electric utility distribution projects, performing field surveys, documentation, and design QA/QC under supervision of an Area/Program Manager.

Position may be hybrid; local residents of Richmond, VA are encouraged to apply. The role requires 5–10 years in power distribution and strong knowledge of design standards and utility design practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent related experience with electrical distribution design.
• 5–10 years of experience in the Power Distribution industry.
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record for up to past 5 years.
• Familiarity with NEC/NESC preferred.
• QA/QC experience of other designers and engineering work.
• Strong technical knowledge of distribution power and design.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, designers, and drafters to deliver cost-effective infrastructure solutions.
• Coordinate design/review of distribution projects for a utility, including BOM, clearance requests, permits, and equipment/labor units.
• Perform field inspections and evaluations of distribution electrical systems.
• Produce detailed design documentation including system, line layout/routing, and distribution details.
• Contribute to design modifications to improve quality and processes.
• Apply design standards to underground and aerial pole lines including replacement, primary service, and maintenance.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

QA/QC experience

Technical knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

AUD

SpidaCalc

eWam

Dominion Energy Design standards

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Overview

MasTec Professional Services provides end-to-end engineering, design, and integrated services to the power, oil & gas pipeline, and gas distribution industries across the country. With a genesis in construction and a skilled team of multidiscipline engineers and project management professionals, the company delivers best-in-class infrastructure solutions, including design, asset integrity management, feasibility studies, surveys, constructability reviews, turnkey delivery services, and more. MasTec Professional Services creates collaborative partnerships with clients by building trust and consistently delivering the highest standards of performance.

MasTec Professional Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

MasTec Professional Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MPS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

Job Summary

The Power Distribution Engineer/ Senior Designer will work on electric utility aerial and underground distribution design projects and be responsible for field surveying, traffic control, field notes and sketches. Project types will include design of aerial and underground electric network distribution lines. Will work under the supervision of a Area or Program Manager and be responsible for development, technical expertise, QA/QC of junior staff.

Position May be Hybrid: Local residents of Richmond, VA encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, designers, and drafters to deliver the most cost effective and highest quality infrastructure solutions.
• Coordinate design/review of distribution projects for a utility, including preparation and review of bill of materials, clearance requests, permit applications, and equipment and labor units.
• Perform field inspections and evaluations of distribution electrical systems.
• Produce detailed design documentation including utility design system, line layout/routing, overhead and underground distribution, and identification of conflicting utilities.
• Contributes to and implements design modifications to improve quality of projects and process improvements.
• Apply design standards to underground and aerial pole line, including: Pole Replacement, Primary Service, and Reliability/Maintenance Design.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent related experience with the design of electrical distribution systems for Engineer Designation. Senior designer has no Education requirement.
• 5-10 years of experience in the Power Distribution industry.
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook required.
• Must have a current valid driver’s license with a clean driving record for up to the past 5 years.

Preferred

• Familiarity with electrical standards including National Electric Code (NEC) and National Electric Safety Code (NESC) preferred.
• Experience with AUD, SpidaCalc, eWam, and Dominion Energy Design standards extremely preferred.
• Experience with QA/QC of other designers and engineering work.
• Exceptionally strong technical knowledge of distribution power and design

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and scanners.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is primarily sedentary, with some filing or lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan, and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.