Transmission & Distribution Designer

Power System Engineering Inc • Madison, WI

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About The Position

Excellence Through People! Take your career to the next level by working with energetic, talented, and forward-thinking colleagues and clients who invest in the collective good, take a balanced approach to sustainable solutions, are flexible to the realities of complex changes, and provide genuine effort to do right by others.

We’re seeking a Line Designer to join our team at our Madison, WI headquarters. We’re open to entry-level through experienced individuals. This role is a technical Subject Matter Expert position focused on electrical distribution design — a strong individual contributor who will own projects and serve as a trusted resource to internal teams and clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA) from a four-year college or university Engineering, Engineering Technology, Drafting/Design, or a related technical field preferred.
• Strong understanding of overhead and underground electrical distribution and sub-transmission systems.
• Proficiency with CAD and GIS software used for utility design and construction drawings.
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Knowledge of utility standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant coursework or training in electrical distribution systems, CAD, and GIS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Embrace, uphold, and live out PSE’s core values around People, Problem-Solving, and Progress.
• Design of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems, including sub-transmission line routing, ensuring compliance with utility standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop detailed construction drawings, system layouts, and technical specifications using GIS, CAD, and other engineering design tools.
• Provide technical expertise and field support, resolving complex design issues, and ensuring projects are executed according to plan.
• Conduct inspections and engineering analyses of existing distribution infrastructure to evaluate system integrity, reliability, and long-term performance.
• Support infrastructure upgrades and capital improvement projects by managing cost estimates, schedules, engineering calculations, and cross-functional coordination.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual performance-based profit-sharing bonus
• 401(k) retirement plan and employer safe harbor contribution
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Comprehensive health, health savings account (HSA), dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA) & dependent care reimbursement account
• Life insurance, short & long-term disability, and other voluntary coverages
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time off (VTO) to serve our communities
• Professional development opportunities and educational assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level