Small Cell / Power Distribution Designer
About The Position
This role includes significant field work with exposure to outdoor conditions — extreme heat/cold, rain, snow, insects, and vegetation. A valid driver's license is required. We're looking for a motivated Power Distribution Designer to produce electrical distribution designs for overhead and underground circuits including joint use, lighting, and commercial, industrial, and residential development. You'll gain foundational experience in electrical distribution system design — working under close mentorship, collecting field data, performing technical calculations, and building the skills to grow in this discipline. Storm restoration support may be required at an appropriate level for your experience.
Requirements
- Four-year ABET-accredited Engineering degree or Associate's in Engineering — Bachelor's required
- Power distribution experience
- CAD experience
- Valid driver's license
- Understanding of electrical components and circuit knowledge
- Must pass pre-employment drug screening; background and MVR checks may apply
Nice To Haves
- FE/EIT certification
- Pole analysis software experience
- WMS experience (e.g., Maximo)
- Familiarity with advanced distribution techniques — switchgear, cap banks, conduit systems, reliability schemes
Responsibilities
- Produce electric distribution design drawings and Bills of Material (BOM) for simple construction projects
- Perform field data collection using standard tools and conduct project-specific inspections accurately and efficiently
- Learn and apply technical analysis — cable pulling/voltage drop calculations, transformer loading, and pole loading analysis
- Generate permitting and supporting project documentation
- Gain familiarity with client construction standards, workflows, and customer charging guidelines
- Identify, mitigate, and report hazards in both office and field environments; actively look out for others' safety
- Attend safety meetings and adhere to driving and site hazard training requirements
- Support storm response as a Driver and Assessor Learner on local or travel teams
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
