Electrical Distribution Designers (Entry level)

Job Description:

• Entry level position for recent Electrical Engineering graduates looking to start their career in the Electrical Distribution Design field.

Prepare construction plans, material requirements and cost estimates for electrical distribution overhead and underground projects.

Prepare preliminary and detailed drawings by using computer aided drafting software.

• Assist in the development of, conductor replacement, structure replacements, and other Overhead and Underground projects.
• Review field data, photos, etc. to meet requirements of latest updates and technologies of the customer.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet all requirements.
• Meet with clients to gather technical requirements.
• Translate Wind Loading / Pole Loading / compliance forms.
• Coordinate access to professional/private facilities (e.g., schools, hospitals, military bases, etc.) when applicable.
• Assist in field site meets; meet with developers, customers, local agencies.
• Work in a team environment.
• Communicate with internal staff and customer through appropriate medias (email, fax, phone, video, etc.).
• Field check design layouts.
• Office check designs and redline changes.
• Recognize process waste and suggest changes.

Job Requirements:

• Electrical Engineering Degree or similar field, required
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc).
• Experience with O-Calc, SPIDA, and/or PoleForeman Pole Loading Software is a plus.
• Any knowledge of Entergy, Evergy and/or Xcel Energy system design and construction requirements is preferred.
• Work in a team environment.
• High attention to detail.
• Time management; prioritizing work and documenting tasks.
• Reporting anomalies to project management stakeholders through established tools or verbally.
• Wearing and utilizing all required safety PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) with situational awareness.
• Keeping a clean and organized work station both physically and virtually.
• Rearranging work area to optimize safety and/or productivity.
• Punctual for daily start time and meetings.
• Fill out time keeping / accounting documentation on a daily or weekly basis.
• Work after normal hours as needed
• Keeping a current state driver’s license without restrictions.
• Typical daily schedule of 7am to 4pm Mon-Friday
• 2 paid 15 minute breaks and 1 unpaid hour break

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $52,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kansas City, MO 64116: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: One location