Designer, Power Delivery

Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. • San Antonio, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Power Delivery Designer for its San Antonio, Texas office. The role supports the design and development of overhead and/or underground electric distribution facilities, including preparing construction drawings, cost estimates, bills of material, reports, and other project documentation. The designer works with project managers, engineers, senior designers, clients, and other agencies, applying client and industry standards while using engineering and drafting software and company information systems. The position includes office work and some visits to client offices and outdoor job sites for observations, field data collection, and verification of equipment and facilities.

This is a full-time position, generally 40 hours per week, with hours that may fluctuate based on department needs, including overtime. Standard operating hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM CST, generally with a one-hour unpaid lunch break. A hybrid schedule may be available after the department-established training period.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• At least 3 years of experience as a Technician; no design experience is required for the Emerging level.
• Knowledge of engineering design principles, applicable codes and standards, and established design practices used in project planning and development.
• Skill using industry-standard engineering design software to develop, modify, and coordinate engineering designs, drawings, and technical deliverables.
• Ability to analyze data, apply design criteria, and use standard office and engineering software to produce accurate design documentation and support project completion.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to handle client and agency contacts in connection with project design responsibilities.
• Adherence to company safety standards and professional conduct.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in a design, engineering, surveying, or related discipline, often focused on drafting, civil design, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, or ArcGIS.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, ArcGIS, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Senior Designers with assigned design tasks under supervision.
• Use engineering and drafting software to develop plan, profile, cross-section, and utility drawings from survey data, record drawings, and design criteria.
• Interpret survey notes, utility records, specifications, and engineering plans to develop accurate base drawings.
• Translate rough sketches, design concepts, and engineering direction into construction drawings.
• Incorporate redline markups and review comments.
• Perform basic engineering calculations, including elevations, grades, utility dimensions, and material quantities.
• Support field data collection and utility research to inform design development, if applicable.
• Apply Company QA/QC processes and procedures when preparing design deliverables.
• Check drawings and data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency, and maintain organized project files and documentation.
• Work with supervisors, project managers, mentors, internal personnel, and project teams to complete and coordinate design assignments.
• Learn and apply company drafting standards, workflows, and design tools; participate in training and advancement opportunities and may assist with mentorship or developing tools and resources.
• Deliver assigned work accurately and on schedule, support internal project teams, and escalate concerns when needed.
• Apply client standards, guidelines, specifications, practices, procedures, and appropriate industry standards in preparing layouts of overhead and/or underground electric distribution facilities.
• Prepare complex manual or computer-assisted design and construction drawings, cost estimates, bills of material, and other required documents and reports for construction and maintenance projects.
• Assist with load studies on distribution circuits and transformers; investigate circuit reliability and voltage issues to determine corrective action.
• Prepare and submit required reports and correspondence.
• Use client and company information systems to track and update design activities.
• Acquire field data necessary to prepare designs; verify equipment in the field and mark or stake new facilities.
• Handle contacts with clients and other agencies in connection with project design responsibilities.
• Conduct independent research and adapt to changing priorities while working collaboratively and delivering accurate work.
• Follow CobbFendley safety standards and maintain a professional attitude and integrity.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employer-funded and voluntary life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education programs
• Fully paid parental leave for FMLA-eligible employees: eight weeks for maternity cases and two weeks for paternity or adoption cases
• Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1
• New-hire onboarding and integration program
• In-house training and professional and personal development opportunities
• Community engagement through CobbFendley Cares

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED