Senior Distribution Designer 1 -- Grid

Sargent & Lundy; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Hybrid work schedule

Health plans

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee discount program

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an experienced distribution design engineer to join a project team in a hybrid schedule. You will draft construction sketches for high and medium voltage systems, develop BOMs and estimates, and support maintenance and recapitalization efforts across distribution components.

Required qualifications include 10+ years in distribution design, degrees in drafting/engineering tech, and proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Drafting or Bachelor’s in Engineering Technology or high school diploma.
• 10+ years distribution design experience.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Ability to visualize systems without the aid of the computer.
• Knowledge of design techniques and principles for technical plans.
• Familiar with NESC, NEC, ANSI, IEEE, GIS/GWD.
• Experience with complex distribution projects (120/208V through 34 kV).
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction sketches and details for overhead and underground network services (4 KV through 34 KV).
• Develop Bills of Materials and estimates.
• Analyze and design priority feeds.
• Plan modifications to the system and develop work packages to troubleshoot, repair, replace or modify electrical distribution systems.
• Support maintenance and recapitalization of distribution components.
• Develop work packages and follow the performance of the work.
• Compile proper pole type and heights.

Skills

Strong communication

Visualization

Design techniques

Engineering knowledge

Education

Associate Degree in Drafting

Bachelor's in Engineering Technology

High school diploma

CAD degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

GIS software

Job description

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid schedule.

Under The Direction Of a Project Lead, This Position Will Offer You The Opportunity To Work In a Project Team Environment With Other Engineers And Designers Using Your Knowledge Of Design Practices To

• Prepare construction sketches and details for:
• Overhead and underground network services (4 KV through 34 KV)
• Traffic control plans and/or permit drawings
• Structural facility drawings
• Equipment drawings
• Plans and profiles
• Perform short circuit and voltage drop calculations.
• Develop Bills of Materials and estimates.
• Compile proper pole type and heights.
• Analyze and design priority feeds.
• Support maintenance and recapitalization of distribution components.
• Plan modifications to the system.
• Develop work packages to troubleshoot, repair, replace or modify electrical distribution systems.
• Develop work packages and follow the performance of the work.

Dependent upon your location, this opportunity offers a generous relocation package.

Qualifications

Essential Skills And Experience

• This position requires an Associate’s Degree in Drafting, and/or a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, and/or a high school diploma.
• 7 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.
• A minimum of 10 years of distribution design experience.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Ability to visualize systems without the aid of the computer.
• An Associate’s Degree in Computer Aided Design.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.
• Knowledgeable in applicable codes, standards, and distribution software programs.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, NEC, ANSI, IEEE, GIS/GWD.
• Experience with complex overhead and underground distribution projects (120/208V through 34 kV).
• Strong communication skills.

Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience

• Familiarity with various distribution design/analysis software.
• Familiarity with GIS software.
• Experience in utility distribution inspections and/or construction.

Award-Winning Benefits

Health & Wellness

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$77,890 - $118,999

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.