Utility Designer I

InterCon Construction; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

InterCon Construction in Madison, Wisconsin, is seeking a Utility Designer I responsible for directing and coordinating utility design projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in the utility industry and a solid understanding of construction methods and utility design.

You will utilize AutoCAD for creating detailed designs, collect field data, and collaborate with the construction crew. Excellent technical writing, communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects are essential.

This role offers opportunities to work on projects primarily in Southwest and Central Wisconsin.

Qualifications

• 10 years minimum experience in the utility industry, preferably in design.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD is essential.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Completes detailed utility designs for customers.
• Collects field data and assembles drawings using AutoCAD.
• Coordinates with construction crew and customers.

Skills

Utility design

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in civil engineering or civil technology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Pole loading analysis programs (e.g., O'Calc)

Job description

Job Requirements

The Utility Designer I position is responsible for directing, coordinating, and exercising functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of telephone, electric, and/or gas projects within the area of assigned responsibility.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Completes utility design projects by self or in conjunction with support staff.
• Completes detailed utility designs for telephone, electric and/or gas customers.
• Collects field data.
• Assembles drawings using AutoCAD.
• Analyzes engineering sketches, specifications, and related data and drawings to produce final product.
• Completes tabs and populates information in proprietary customer software.
• Completes permitting process with local authorities.
• Coordinates with construction crew for installation of facilities per the design.
• Coordinates with customers on all aspects of project.
• Reviews design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, client requirements, and related specifications.
• Evaluates and approves design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.
• Controls expenditures and hours within limitations of project budget.

Qualifications & Required Knowledge/Skills

• 10 years minimum experience in utility industry, preferably design related.
• Understanding of construction methods and basic utility design.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in civil engineering or civil technology is useful, but not required.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Ability to read and understand DOT road plan and profiles and cross-sections.
• Ability to manage numerous tasks/projects simultaneously.
• Ability to direct and work with other employees.
• Must be self-directed and work with minimal supervision.
• Effective technical writing and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work, including tracking and managing competing priorities.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management within the organization.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Knowledge of pole loading analysis programs (e.g., O'Calc or equivalent) is a plus but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word.
• Position will work on projects primarily in the Southwest and Central Wisconsin areas.

Equal Employment Opportunity

InterCon Construction is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer