Distribution Designer

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 55+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards:

• Nine consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” (#16) by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #10 in the “Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms” in the U.S. by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.
• Recognized in Crains “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan.
• Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan s largest privately held companies.

As a Distribution Designer at Atwell, you will play a crucial role in supporting project teams through design work on both overhead and underground distribution electrical facilities. This position involves addressing intricate engineering challenges across a variety of projects, working with electric utilities and private developers.

• Pole replacement, PCB transformer replacements, large infrastructure projects and line expansions.
• Distribution generation, line refurbishment, and new construction (wood and composite poles).
• Grid Modernization:
  Smart switches & battery storage:
  • Switch replacements, internal line conversions, rebuilds, voltage conversions and major projects.
• Replacement of underground feeders including but not limited to identifying splicing, installation of padmounts, secondary enclosures, and switch gears.
• Designs including overhead to underground transitions.
• New Customer connections
  • Residential design
  • Commercial design
  • Subdivision design
  • Street lighting
  • Upgrade work on existing customer connections
• Design overhead and underground distribution electrical facilities and also work on projects including but not limited to: system improvement pole locations, substation design, and service design.
• Address engineering challenges on diverse projects of varying sizes and scopes.
• Collaborate with electric utilities and private developers.
• Maintain a keen focus on precision and technical expertise.
• Verify as-built conditions in GIS/AUD so that any identified discrepancies with field data are corrected as part of engineering submissions.

• Knowledge of NESC, ArcFM GIS, SAP, Work Manager Software (overhead and underground).
• Experience working on distribution, transmission, system improvement projects, substation design, service design, and switch replacements.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Proficiency in one of the following:
  Micro Station, AutoCAD, and GIS is required.
• AUD (Automated Utility Design) experience is a bonus.
• Familiarity with engineering design software applications, such as PLS CADD, PLS POLE, SPIDACalc, Quick Pole, CDEGS, CYMECAP, CYMEDIST, CYMETCC, SAG
  10 (as specified by the purchaser).

• Apply problem-solving abilities for large utility clients.
• Utilize and learn engineering software packages for distribution design.
• Communicate effectively with Project Manager and Team Leader on workload status to meet chargeability goals.

• Background in Electric Distribution, Natural Gas Distribution, and/or Communications (Fiber).
• Strong math and engineering skills, including structural analysis, sag analysis, basic algebra, and geometry.
• Understanding and adherence to the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and client requirements.

• Work/Life:
  Generous Paid Time Off;
  Flexible work schedules are available for some positions;
  Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
• Compensation:
  Competitive packages, annual bonuses, spot bonuses, and peer recognition; 401K match up to 4%;
  Tuition Assistance;
  Student Loan Repayment up to $25K;
  Paid Licensing/Certification Fees and Renewals;
  Financial rewards for licensure;
  Employee referrals up to $5,000;
  Wellness reimbursement;
  Dependent Care Match;
  Medical, Dental, Vision;
  Family Planning & IVF Benefits;
  Pet Insurance;
  Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account options;
  Employer-paid LTD, STD, and life insurance;
  Metlife Supplemental Benefits; MAP with counseling and financial services

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Civil Engineering

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This refined description excludes non-essential site notices and irrelevant boilerplate while preserving the core responsibilities and qualifications of the Distribution Designer role.