Distribution Designer III

NV5 Global, Inc.•San Diego, CA

33d•$43 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

At NV5, we are a team of talented professionals, engineers, and consultants who are builders, problem solvers, and champions for both our communities and clients. Our mission is to empower every employee who strives to make a lasting, positive impact for the future of our communities. Join us and take charge of your career, creating your own growth while building a sustainable legacy for generations to come. As part of our team, you'll discover limitless opportunities to make meaningful contributions while advancing professionally. You'll work with diverse and talented group of individuals committed to making a positive impact on the communities in which we live and work. As our Distribution Designer III, you will responsible for the overall supervision of the projects assigned to them and will use prescribed methods, standards and best practices to perform specific and daily assignments designing projects. Incumbent works as part of teams of drafters, designers and engineers working on electric projects such as underground and overhead circuits. Designers are part of project teams working on electric projects such as power line undergrounding and overhead system hardening to prevent fire in high fire threat districts and other distribution line projects. This position is based in NV5's San Diego, CA office. Join us in embracing innovative solutions that drive efficiency and resilience in Power Delivery.

Requirements

7-12 years of AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D experience
Associate's Degree in Engineering, Architectural or Design Technologies, Mechanical or Electrical Technology or relevant field, or equivalent training and experience.
At least 5 years of experience in the design of electric distribution projects in both overhead and underground configurations.
Must be able to demonstrate a good understanding of both OH and UG construction, poles, conduits, substructures, cable and wire types, and connections.

Nice To Haves

Background as an electrical designer or planner with SDG&E or other comparable large electric utility. (Preferred).
Some knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project. (Preferred).
Experience with PLS-CADD or O-Calc overhead design software is strongly preferred for electric distribution roles

Responsibilities

Use computer-aided drafting tools such as AutoCAD & Civil 3D, CADWorx, Revit, MicroStation, AutoCAD Inventor, Bentley Substation, and/or Solidworks, as well as technical handbooks, utilitystandards, tables, and calculators to create relevant drawings and 3D models of facilities.
Research, specify and recommend commercially available equipment.
Make major design recommendations as part of a project team, and may participate in client presentations.
Calculate costs and time schedules for proposed work.
Assign duties and schedules to team members, may be responsible for all phases of a project.
Produce sketches and system schematics for complicated design tasks such as layout of mechanical or electrical equipment rooms.
Document existing conditions and perform troubleshooting.
Develop details as required for a specific project.
Edit master specification sections to be project specific.
Assist in development of technical competence of project team members.
Support project managers in maintaining client relationships.
Develop control sequences for temperature control systems.
Attend construction progress meetings to solve non-routine technical issues and producereports.
Meet client and NV5's requirements and standards.
Manage and maintain design records and files.
Complete as-built drawings.
Start learning how to calculate costs and time schedules for proposed work.
Able to fulfill assignments that require independent judgment and evaluation.
Some travel to client sites as needed (expected to be no more than 30% of time).
Assist in preparation of technical papers for submittal to regional/national publications.
Research non-routine code issues and obtain interpretations from code officials.
Review addendums, proposal requests, and change orders.
Review drawings for compliance with company and industry standards and quality

Benefits

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

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