Distribution Designer 1 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy•Wilmington, DE

1d•$58,925 - $84,728•Hybrid

About The Position

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. This position will offer you the opportunity to work in a project team environment and lead other engineers and designers using your knowledge of engineering and design practices.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Drafting, and/or a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, and/or a high school diploma.
3 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.
A minimum of 5 years of distribution design experience.
Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
Ability to visualize systems without the aid of the computer.
An Associate’s Degree in Computer Aided Design.
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.
Knowledgeable in applicable codes, standards, and distribution software programs.
Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, NEC, ANSI, IEEE, GIS/GWD.
Experience with complex overhead and underground distribution projects (120/208V through 34 kV).
Strong communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with various distribution design/analysis software.
Familiarity with GIS software.
Experience in utility distribution inspections and/or construction.
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Responsibilities

Prepare/Review construction sketches and work packages for: Overhead and underground distribution facilities (4 KV through 38 KV), Pole loading analyses, Voltage drop and flicker calculations, Cable pulling, Bill of material, Cost estimates, Joint use coordination, Traffic control plans and/or permit drawings
Support preliminary project scoping.
Perform field work, when necessary.
Support maintenance and recapitalization of distribution components.
Plan modifications to the system as well as designing and overseeing complex tasks.
Provide construction support, when necessary.
Conduct client communication and interaction, when necessary.