Distribution Designer II

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The Distribution Designer II will perform field data collection, detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems and back-office work to support those functions. This work includes gathering field data for designs, entering the information into various programs and the preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications and estimates as defined by the client’s scope of work document. The Distribution Designer II may be responsible to provide direction, training, supervision, and guidance of other design staff of equal or lower grade as directed by supervisor.

• Independently perform a variety of design related duties including but not limited to the following:
• Design and prepare independently, construction orders related to overhead, underground facilities associated with electric distribution systems applying prescribed standards, guides, specifications, and procedure.
• Gather equipment information in the field for design using a variety of tools including IKE Office, Katapult and a Hastings Stick.
• Preparation of field notes and design using a variety of data collection tools including SPIDAcalc and other client tools.
• Transfer field notes to a structural design and contribute to the preparation of cost estimates, specifications, evaluation, and requisiti.
• Preparation of computer assisted design and construction drawings of a complex nature with neatness and a minimum of error.
• Perform design services requiring a full understanding of drawings, specifications, and industry and company standards covering the assigned work.
• Preparation of engineering calculations (pole loading, guying, transformer sizing, conductor loading / sagging, load studies, voltage studies).
• Coordinate design development to meet project schedule.
• Provide training and technical support for other distribution design classifications.
• Achieve weekly billable goal as defined by the project guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Follow Code of Safe Practices as outlined in the company safety policies.
• Possess the working knowledge of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements specific to the individual’s job responsibility.
• Responsible to maintain a safe and healthful place of work.
• Responsible for your own safety. This includes inspecting your own workplace on a daily basis and promptly reporting unsafe/unhealthful conditions to the PM/Supervisor.
• Report all work-related injury or illness, however slight, to management.
• Make recommendations for a safer workplace and/or work practice.
• Personal protective equipment must be used when and where required and properly maintained.

• Analytical competence to interact with variety of individuals including engineers and experienced distribution system designers.
• Possess a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), national engineering standards, utility constructions standards, and best industry engineering practices.
• Knowledge of field gathering tools use.

• Responsible for the quality of your individual work.
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