Utility Designer

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.

• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 10 year's minimum experience in utility industry, preferably design related. An understanding of construction methods and basic utility design is required.
• Bachelors or Associates degree in civil engineering or civil technology are useful, but not required.
• Must have working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Ability to read and understand DOT road plan and profiles and cross-sections is required.
• 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 is a plus but not required (i.e. O'Calc. or equivalent).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word.
• Position will work on projects primarily in the Southwest and Central Wisconsin areas.