Power Distribution Make Ready Designer (Remote)

Description

• You will perform Permitting/Easement duties: research pole ownership, right of way, property rights, and permit requirements, and communicate with outside parties to obtain right-of-way approvals and easements.
• At times, you may be responsible for performing quality control on others’ work.
• You will be expected to execute work orders for the design of power distribution infrastructure while meeting quality, time, and budget constraints.
• You will perform end-to-end Make-Ready/Joint-use, and/or general distribution design, applying established design guidelines, processes, and procedures.

Requirements

• While we list our Designer openings in multiple locations, you only need to apply to one as they are remote.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, maintain active auto insurance, and pass all required background, drug, and MVR screenings.
• Proficiency with CAD or MicroStation; experience using DDS, Katapult, or similar utility pole design platforms is strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of power distribution construction practices and the ability to quickly learn utility-specific proprietary systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or higher in engineering, drafting, or related fields is preferred.
• Related design programs include AutoCAD, MicroStation, BOUD, DDS (Distribution Design Studio), PoleForeman, O-Calc, Katapult, or other customer-specific software.
• Must be able to utilize a computer keyboard, computer monitor, and telephone for prolonged periods of time.
• Must have the ability to give and receive detailed information through oral and written communication.
• Proven experience in utility pole design, including NESC application, clearance analysis, pole loading concepts, and preparation of construction-ready packages.
• Ability to work a standard Monday–Friday schedule aligned with Eastern Time (with Central/Mountain/Pacific shifts mirrored accordingly).
• Must have the physical ability to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing notes, and viewing a computer terminal; these activities require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, including minimal overnight travel when project needs require.
• Minimum of 1 year of demonstrated experience in make-ready engineering, joint-use design, or electric power distribution design, with 2+ years strongly preferred.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
• Education and professional licensing assistance programs
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Competitive pay

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance