Distribution Designer 1 - Grid

This position will offer you the opportunity to work in a project team environment and lead other engineers and designers using your knowledge of engineering and design practices to:Prepare/Review construction sketches and work packages for:Overhead and underground distribution facilities (4 KV through 38 KV)Pole loading analysesVoltage drop and flicker calculationsCable pullingBill of materialCost estimatesJoint use coordinationTraffic control plans and/or permit drawingsSupport preliminary project scoping.Perform field work, when necessary.Support maintenance and recapitalization of distribution components.Plan modifications to the system as well as designing and overseeing complex tasks.Provide construction support, when necessary.Conduct client communication and interaction, when necessary.We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.Essential skills and experience:This position requires an Associate’s Degree in Drafting, and/or aBachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, and/or a high school diploma.3 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.A minimum of 5 years of distribution design experience.Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.Ability to visualize systems without the aid of the computer.An Associate’sDegree in Computer Aided Design.Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.Knowledgeable in applicable codes, standards, and distribution software programs.Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, NEC, ANSI, IEEE, GIS/GWD.Experience with complex overhead and underground distribution projects (120/208V through 34kV).Strong communication skills.Valued but not required skills and experience:Familiarity with various distribution design/analysis software.Familiarity with GIS software.Experience in utility distribution inspections and/or construction.At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life BalanceHealth Plans: Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Accident InsuranceDisability CoverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Back-Up DaycareFSA & HSA401(k)Pre-Tax Commuter AccountMerit Scholarship ProgramEmployee Discount ProgramCorporate Charitable Giving ProgramTuition AssistanceFirst Professional Licensure BonusEmployee Referral BonusPaid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)Paid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Parental LeavePaid Bereavement LeaveFlexible Work Arrangements$54,420.00 - $78,410.00Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

Created: 2025-09-06