Distribution Designer Helper -Sr.Dist Designer

Entergy•Beaumont, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Entergy Texas is hiring for a role that may be filled at the Helper-Distribution Designer, Distribution Designer, or Senior Distribution Designer level based on experience. The position performs distribution design work in the field and office, including customer coordination, field investigations, service-option evaluation, construction drawings, estimates, right-of-way documentation, and project design. The scope of work and level of supervision vary by level. Helpers work under close supervision on elementary drafting, drawings, routine estimates, and records; Distribution Designers perform responsible technical work with some latitude in planning; Senior Distribution Designers work under Class 3 supervision, apply practical engineering, surveying, and construction knowledge, and provide guidance to less experienced designers and helpers. The position is based onsite in Beaumont, Texas, and may require travel up to 25%. It is designated safety-sensitive and subject to mandatory pre-employment and random drug testing. Employees are expected to be available for additional hours, alternate locations, or additional duties during storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations deemed necessary by the company.

Requirements

Helper level: Meet one of the following: one year of field operations experience in transmission line or substation, distribution line or service, or field metering; completion of Entergy's Technical Personal Development Program (TPDP); a related two-year technical associate degree; or at least 60 college hours toward a related four-year degree.
Distribution Designer level: Meet the qualifications of Engineering Helper or one of the listed alternatives: three years of qualifying field operations experience; completion of TPDP plus two years of related work experience; a related two-year technical associate degree plus two years of related work experience; at least 60 college hours toward a related four-year degree plus two years of related work experience; or a related four-year technical degree.
Senior Distribution Designer level: Meet Distribution Designer qualifications and one of the listed alternatives involving qualifying field operations and Distribution Designer experience, three years of qualified Distribution Designer experience, a related two-year technical associate degree or 60 college hours plus two years as a Distribution Designer or in related work, or a related four-year technical degree plus one year as a Distribution Designer or in related work.
Senior Distribution Designer: Thorough knowledge of engineering and design principles, company standards, applicable electrical codes, and relevant company processes and policies.
Communicate effectively in writing and orally with customers, management, coworkers, and other groups involved in design, scheduling, and construction.
Complete Designer Training Modules within 18 months where required for the applicable level.
Know and understand company safety rules and be willing and able to administer approved first-aid and CPR methods.
Maintain a valid driver's license.
Be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including having strength and endurance adequate for arduous labor as circumstances may require.
Observe hazards to help avoid accidents; be able to work in unusual as well as normal surroundings; and meet the public in a professional, pleasant, and tactful manner.
For the Senior Distribution Designer level, demonstrate manual dexterity, precision, and patience, and be able to use tools pertaining to the job.

Responsibilities

Meet with external and internal customers to determine service requirements and negotiate facility layout, point of service, and proposed service dates in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and policies.
Conduct field investigations, evaluate service alternatives, identify applicable standards and specifications, and prepare construction drawings and material and labor estimates.
Interpret customer survey plats and perform or assist with engineering calculations, tables, layouts, studies, and reports, depending on position level.
Communicate or negotiate right-of-way easements and permits, determine right-of-way clearing needs, and prepare and secure required documents and drawings in accordance with Entergy standards.
Interpret and document tariffs, policies, and procedures related to the Contribution in Aid of Construction (CIAC) process.
Serve as the customer's primary point of contact during the design phase and, as needed, after design packages are released for scheduling and construction.
Coordinate assigned projects with Entergy departments and appropriate personnel.
Create, approve, and release project designs when authorized; senior designers create, approve, and release all types of project designs under general supervision.
Provide training, guidance, mentorship, and oversight to less experienced designers and helpers at the Senior Distribution Designer level.
Follow Entergy safe work practices and policies, including participating in safety meetings as applicable to the position level.