Distribution Designer (remote - US) - Remote Eligible

Distribution Designer

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Distribution Designer in the United States. This role provides a unique opportunity to support the modernization and design of electric distribution systems across a range of utility projects. The Distribution Designer will develop detailed design packages for both overhead and underground systems, ensuring compliance with utility standards and safety codes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, utilize advanced design software, and occasionally perform field inspections to verify conditions and gather design inputs. The position requires technical expertise, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to liaise with clients, municipalities, and utility teams. Working remotely, you will contribute to innovative energy projects while having flexibility and access to professional growth opportunities.

As a Distribution Designer, you will:

• Develop electric distribution design packages (OH/UG) in accordance with utility standards and specifications.
• Perform pole loading calculations and structural analysis using PoleForeman.
• Produce designs using Autodesk Utility Design (AUD) and ArcFM, incorporating GIS data and field notes.
• Navigate INFOR EFD for work management, tracking, and documentation.
• Apply NESC, NEC, and utility-specific criteria for conductor selection, clearances, and construction units.
• Create material lists, construction notes, and supporting documentation for work order packages.
• Review and QA/QC design deliverables to ensure accuracy and constructability.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including operations, forestry, and construction.
• Participate in occasional field investigations, ensuring safety compliance and proper use of PPE.
• Communicate effectively with clients, municipalities, and stakeholders regarding design and project requirements.