Sigma Technologies-posted 11 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Remote • Atlanta, GA
101-250 employees

Power Distribution Make Ready Designer Location: Atlanta, GA (Remote) Are you a skilled Power Designer looking to join a supportive, passionate team? We have an attractive opportunity for you! ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY: We are hiring experienced Make-Ready Designers (primary focus) and Power Distribution Designers to support engineering projects for major power and telecom utility clients. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in utility pole design, NESC application, and construction package development , using tools such as DDS, Katapult, GIS , and client-specific design platforms. In this role, you will review field/walkout data, perform clearance analysis, model pole loading, define make-ready requirements, and prepare accurate, construction-ready design packages. This position requires prior experience in make-ready engineering or power distribution design . Candidates without utility pole design or distribution engineering experience will not be considered. Note: This position can work remotely, but new hires will be required to come to our headquarters in Perrysburg, OH, for an initial 2-week in-person paid orientation and training period. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO AS A MAKE-READY ENGINEERING DESIGNER AT SIGMA: You will be expected to execute work orders for the design of power distribution infrastructure while meeting quality, time, and budget constraints. You will perform end-to-end Make-Ready/Joint-use, and/or general distribution design, applying established design guidelines, processes, and procedures. There are opportunities to solve problems encountered throughout the design process via team and/or cross-functional collaboration You will perform Permitting/Easement duties: research pole ownership, right of way, property rights, and permit requirements, and communicate with outside parties to obtain right-of-way approvals and easements. Related design programs include AutoCAD, MicroStation, BOUD, DDS (Distribution Design Studio), PoleForeman, O-Calc, Katapult, or other customer-specific software. At times, you may be responsible for performing quality control on others’ work. Other duties as assigned.

  • execute work orders for the design of power distribution infrastructure while meeting quality, time, and budget constraints.
  • perform end-to-end Make-Ready/Joint-use, and/or general distribution design, applying established design guidelines, processes, and procedures.
  • solve problems encountered throughout the design process via team and/or cross-functional collaboration
  • perform Permitting/Easement duties: research pole ownership, right of way, property rights, and permit requirements, and communicate with outside parties to obtain right-of-way approvals and easements.
  • performing quality control on others’ work.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or higher in engineering, drafting, or related fields is preferred.
  • Minimum of 1 year of demonstrated experience in make-ready engineering, joint-use design, or electric power distribution design , with 2+ years strongly preferred .
  • Proven experience in utility pole design , including NESC application, clearance analysis, pole loading concepts, and preparation of construction-ready packages.
  • Proficiency with CAD or MicroStation ; experience using DDS, Katapult, or similar utility pole design platforms is strongly preferred .
  • Solid understanding of power distribution construction practices and the ability to quickly learn utility-specific proprietary systems.
  • Must hold a valid driver’s license, maintain active auto insurance, and pass all required background, drug, and MVR screenings.
  • Authorization to work in the United States is required.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally, including minimal overnight travel when project needs require.
  • Ability to work a standard Monday–Friday schedule aligned with Eastern Time (with Central/Mountain/Pacific shifts mirrored accordingly).
  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
  • Education and professional licensing assistance programs
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