Distribution Designer

Distribution Designer I

As a Distribution Designer, you will independently develop design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems for electric utility customers. The majority of the work involves overhead systems. You will be responsible for reviewing client-provided work, assessing requirements, and designing using Open Utilities. Responsibilities include developing design and construction work packages for electrical distribution systems, completing designs using Open Utilities and industry-specific design software, performing energy analysis to ensure selected materials meet site requirements, building a Bill of Materials (BOM) to be entered into SAP/Material Tracking Software, assisting with permits for utility lines and managing revisions with Quality Control, and communicating frequently via e-mail, phone, and teams with clients. Utilize software such as Poleforman, PLA/Pole Loading Analysis for structural analysis.

Essential skills include proficiency in AutoCAD, Power Distribution Design, and Bill of Materials. Experience with design tools such as AutoCAD, Solidworks, Catia, Microstation is required. Knowledge of NESC codes and National Electric Safety Codes is a plus. An Engineering Degree or an associate degree in design or relevant Design experience and a High School Diploma are required. Additional skills and qualifications include experience with utility industry or power grid courses, internships or co-ops with major utility companies like Consumers Energy, DTE, Duke Energy, experience with Quality Control or Quality Assurance work, ability to interact with the client directly, and ability to drive your personal car for Fielding as needed.

Work will be a combination of home and local office in Lansing & Owosso, MI. This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lansing, MI. The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $29.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).