Distribution Designer - Kansas City
Remote · Kansas City, Missouri, United States or Kansas City, Kansas, United States
Job Summary
This Distribution Designer position focuses on supporting the Utility Services Department's pole attachment application process and power delivery improvement. Responsibilities include analyzing requests for client pole attachments, applying National Electric Safety Code standards, managing field data collection, and communicating solutions to engineering design challenges. Candidates should possess strong data organization skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office and engineering design software, and the ability to prioritize multiple projects while maintaining effective communication. Fieldwork may involve frequent driving and physical activity in various environments.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- 3+ years of experience in fieldwork or a construction environment, drafting, utility experience, or technical design
- Associates Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline with 0-2 years of experience
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- Reasoning skills and ability to solve practical problems
- Dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license with insurance
- Ability to pass a fit for duty test
- Ability to pass a post-offer drug and alcohol test
Desired Qualifications
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics
- Working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction
- Experience in pole loading (Spida Calc, O-Calc, Pole Foreman, or Katapult) or other construction modeling software (AutoCAD, DDS) is beneficial
- Familiar with Design and Checking practices for engineering drawings and deliverables
- Familiar with Safe Work Practices and PPE applications
Additional Requirements
- Must be able to work in all weather conditions and in residential, commercial, and industrial areas
- Must be willing to travel overnight or for extended periods of time
- Subject to random drug and alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment
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