General Designer 1

CPS Energy • San Antonio, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role focuses on the coordination and design of underground installations, extensions and/or system improvements. Specific work varies by area.

Requirements

• Ability to meet goals and objectives with minimal direct supervision.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills for interaction with all levels of personnel.
• Initiative to work independently or as a member of a team, coordinating with others to achieve desired results.
• Ability to work in a variety of locations such as the field, construction centers and the main office.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling
• Ability to set priorities, organize work and make occasional exceptions.
• Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with customers and support teams.
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Science with a concentration in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or related field from an accredited university
• Depending on business area, preferred knowledge needed in items such as: Overhead electric distribution design and construction standards, Designer/GIS, WMIS, and SAP, Three-phase underground electric distribution design and construction standards, Downtown Network design and construction standards, Gas design and construction standards, Electric Service Standards, Electric and Gas Line Extension Policies, Relative experience in supporting utility construction & maintenance., GIS Placement Standards, Electric and Gas asbuilt standards

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and designs underground electric system improvement projects and civic improvement projects.
• Perform all coordination with external agencies such as the City of San Antonio, TxDOT, etc.
• Conduct field surveying for the design and installation for each job, including staking pole locations and locating buried utilities
• Develop job sketches and perform As-builts
• Performs other project and process improvement initiatives as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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