Distribution Designer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Designer I: Meet one of the following: a bachelor’s degree in any discipline; a two-year technical associate degree; one year of electric utility distribution or transmission design experience; more than two years of electric utility field operational experience in transmission line or substation, distribution line or service, or field metering; or approval in lieu of all requirements from a Department Senior Manager or above.
• Designer II: Two years of electric utility distribution or transmission design experience, plus one of the following: a bachelor’s degree in any discipline; a two-year technical associate degree; two additional years of electric utility distribution or transmission design experience; more than two years of qualifying electric utility field operational experience; or approval in lieu of all requirements from a Department Senior Manager or above.
• Designer III: Four years of electric utility distribution or transmission design experience, plus one of the following: a bachelor’s degree in any discipline; a two-year technical associate degree; two additional years of electric utility distribution or transmission design experience; more than two years of qualifying electric utility field operational experience; or approval in lieu of all requirements from a Department Senior Manager or above.
• Senior Designer: Six years of electric utility distribution or transmission design experience, plus one of the following: a bachelor’s degree in any discipline; a two-year technical associate degree; two additional years of electric utility distribution or transmission design experience; more than two years of qualifying electric utility field operational experience; or approval in lieu of all requirements from a Department Senior Manager or above.
• Good interpersonal skills and strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of personal computer operations and related software.
• Knowledge of basic electricity theory and ability to interpret construction drawings.
• Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities, work under pressure, and be a self-motivated, dependable team player.
• Good math skills and familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code and National Electrical Code.
• Work safely, follow Entergy safety policies and procedures, recognize workplace hazards, and mitigate hazards.
• Properly maintain and care for company equipment and safeguard assets.
• Ability to interact pleasantly and tactfully with the public and provide a high level of customer service.
• Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base.
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Meet with customers to determine electric service needs and requirements.
• Manage multiple distribution projects for new residential and commercial businesses.
• Design overhead and underground line extensions and distribution work to install, replace, or remove facilities.
• Estimate project costs, prepare construction drawings, and coordinate construction commitments.
• Coordinate and lead pre-design and pre-construction meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform engineering calculations for planning and corrective-measure projects, including load studies, revenue justification, fault current, and voltage drop.
• Provide leadership and technical support to local operations and support contract compliance with distribution design standards and practices.
• Assist the local Right of Way agent with permits and right-of-way documents.
• Assist with storm restoration, locally or out of town, including leading or participating in damage assessment activities.