Senior Design Technician – Distribution Central

Jobtailor; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Fort Wayne, IN seeks an Engineering Tech for field collection of distribution poles, GPS data capture, and DDS-based design analysis. You will create construction prints, assemble material lists, and manage project documentation and scheduling in Smartsheet.

Requires an Associate Degree or equivalent in a related tech field, plus 2 years of utility experience and a valid driver's license. Strong communication and planning skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or equivalent in a technical field.
• Experience in field collection and documentation for utility projects preferred.
• Valid Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Field collection of distribution poles using GPS technology.
• Analyze new design in DDS software for electrical/civil considerations.
• Create construction prints and material lists with permits/easements as needed.
• Track project status in Smartsheet schedules.
• Coordinate with PMs and field crews.
• Stake new pole and guy locations prior to construction.

Skills

Field collection

GPS data capture

DDS software analysis

Construction documentation

Smartsheet tracking

Coordination

Communication

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields

High school diploma or equivalent + 2 years utility experience

Tools

GPS Device

DDS Software

Smartsheet

Job description

• Field collection of distribution poles based on scope of work utilizing GPS collection device
• Analysis of new design in DDS software (structural, clearance and electrical each as needed)
• Creation of construction prints and material lists, along with additional needed documentation such as permits, easements, forestry requests, etc
• Tracking of status and progress of projects in Smartsheet schedules
• Coordination with PMs and construction coordinators as needed
• Staking of new pole and guy locations as needed ahead of construction

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Civil/Mechanical Engineering Technology or related fields
• High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of related utility industry work experience
• Valid Driver's License

Core Competencies

Proficient in field collection and analysis of distribution poles using GPS technology, with expertise in creating construction documentation and managing project tracking through Smartsheet. Strong understanding of electrical and civil engineering principles as they apply to utility projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• GPS Collection
• DDS Software Analysis
• Construction Documentation Creation
• Smartsheet Project Tracking
• Utility Industry Experience

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Field Collection
• Design Analysis
• Construction Print Creation
• Material List Development
• Project Status Tracking

Soft Skills

• Coordination
• Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

• Electrical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Utility Industry
• Permits
• Easements
• Forestry Requests

Tools & Technologies

• GPS Device
• DDS Software
• Smartsheet