Remote Make-Ready Designer - Overhead Power

Sigma Technologies, Ltd.; Columbia (SC); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare option

401(k) with matching

Paid holidays

Job summary

Sigma Technologies is seeking an experienced Make Ready Designer to support overhead distribution projects from a remote U.S. location. You will convert field data and utility standards into construction-ready make-ready designs for electric distribution and pole systems.

The role emphasizes joint-use design, NESC clearances, pole loading analysis, and collaborating with utilities to deliver accurate designs and compliant packages while working with a remote team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in make-ready engineering, joint-use design, or electric power distribution design (3+ years strongly preferred)
• Proven experience in utility pole design, including NESC application, clearance analysis, pole loading concepts, and preparation of construction-ready design packages
• Proficiency with CAD or MicroStation; experience with DDS, Katapult, O-Calc, or similar utility design platforms is strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of power distribution construction practices, with the ability to learn utility-specific proprietary systems efficiently
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, maintain active auto insurance, and pass all required background, drug, and MVR screenings
• Authorization to work in the United States is required
• Willingness to travel occasionally, including minimal overnight travel when project needs require
• Ability to work a standard Monday–Friday schedule aligned to Eastern Time, with Central/Mountain/Pacific adjustments as appropriate

Responsibilities

• Complete make-ready and overhead utility pole design work orders while meeting established quality, schedule, and budget expectations
• Review and interpret field collection and walkout data, pole information, attachment details, and existing utility conditions
• Evaluate joint-use attachments, NESC clearances, pole loading, and required make-ready modifications
• Develop construction-ready make-ready designs, including pole replacements, transfers, attachment adjustments, guying, anchoring, and other required utility modifications
• Apply established NESC requirements, utility construction standards, engineering guidelines, and client-specific design criteria
• Perform end-to-end make-ready and joint-use design and support related overhead distribution design when required
• Conduct applicable permitting and easement research, including pole ownership, right-of-way, property rights, and required approvals
• Collaborate with project teams to resolve design conflicts, field-data discrepancies, and constructability concerns
• Use design platforms such as DDS, Katapult, O-Calc, PoleForeman, AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, and utility-specific systems
• Perform or support quality-control reviews to ensure accurate and complete deliverables
• Support additional project and design responsibilities as assigned

Skills

CAD / MicroStation

DDS / Katapult / O-Calc

Pole design experience

NESC application

Pole loading concepts

Construction-ready design

Travel willingness

US work authorization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher in engineering or related field

Tools

DDS

Katapult

O-Calc

GIS

AutoCAD

PoleForeman

MicroStation

Job description

Sigma Technologies is seeking an experienced Make Ready Designer to support overhead distribution projects from a remote U.S. location. You will convert field data and utility standards into construction-ready make-ready designs for electric distribution and pole systems.

The role emphasizes joint-use design, NESC clearances, pole loading analysis, and collaborating with utilities to deliver accurate designs and compliant packages while working with a remote team.