Distribution Designer II

Overview

Design electric distribution systems, prepare construction drawings, manage projects.

Key Responsibilities

• drawing prep
• engineering calc
• field walks
• client meetings
• design records
• project management

Tasks

Prepare drawings of the projects designed accurately and in conformance with the applicable standards and regulations, and review all work for completeness before submitting for engineering review. Balance a full project workload with aggressive deadlines and fixed budgets. Confer with other staff members to resolve problems, achieve milestones, and create construction documents. Perform engineering calculations and complete other supplemental design documents. Perform field walks, document existing conditions, and/or recommend design solutions. Prepare deliverables in a professional and organized manner. Professionally represent NV5 in internal and external client meetings. Gain familiarity with construction standards in order to best meet client and NV5’s expectations. Manage and maintain design records and files. -Prepare drawings of the projects designed accurately and in conformance with the applicable standards and regulations, and review all work for completeness before submitting for engineering review. -Balance a full project workload with aggressive deadlines and fixed budgets. -Confer with other staff members to resolve problems, achieve milestones, and create construction documents. -Perform engineering calculations and complete other supplemental design documents. -Perform field walks, document existing conditions, and/or recommend design solutions. -Prepare deliverables in a professional and organized manner. -Professionally represent NV5 in internal and external client meetings. -Gain familiarity with construction standards in order to best meet client and NV5’s expectations. -Manage and maintain design records and files.

Requirements

• 3-5 yrs
• autocad
• ms office
• bachelor’s
• sdg&e certified
• design standards

What You Bring

3-5 years of experience in relevant utility design and/or underground design experience, including direct design and draft work, in the power-delivery field. Demonstrate strong knowledge of relevant industry standards for design and construction. Minimal travel to client sites as needed (expected to be no more than 30% of time). Certified SDG&E underground and overhead designer. Certified SDG&E gas and/or transformer vault designer. (Preferred). Experience with SDG&E Underground, Overhead, Service, and Design Manual Standards (Preferred). Build a working knowledge of electric/gas utility safe work practices and as appropriate for distribution roles, demonstrate knowledge by working in and around underground electrical vaults with a utility-authorized Qualified Worker. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or other related STEM disciplines. Adhere to complex project work flows. Proficient using MS Office Suite and other relevant software. Proficient knowledge of design programs, work management software, and experience preparing bills of materials and construction drawings Proficient with AutoCAD. -3-5 years of experience in relevant utility design and/or underground design experience, including direct design and draft work, in the power-delivery field. -Demonstrate strong knowledge of relevant industry standards for design and construction. -Minimal travel to client sites as needed (expected to be no more than 30% of time). -Certified SDG&E underground and overhead designer. -Certified SDG&E gas and/or transformer vault designer. (Preferred). -Experience with SDG&E Underground, Overhead, Service, and Design Manual Standards (Preferred). -Build a working knowledge of electric/gas utility safe work practices and as appropriate for distribution roles, demonstrate knowledge by working in and around underground electrical vaults with a utility-authorized Qualified Worker. -Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or other related STEM disciplines. -Adhere to complex project work flows. -Proficient using MS Office Suite and other relevant software. -Proficient knowledge of design programs, work management software, and experience preparing bills of materials and construction drawings -Proficient with AutoCAD.

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Benefits

The pay range for this California position is $36.00- $45.00 per hour; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per California Senate Bill 1162. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site. Join us and take charge of your career, creating your own growth while building a sustainable legacy for generations to come. As part of our team, you'll discover limitless opportunities to make meaningful contributions while advancing professionally. You'll work with diverse and talented group of individuals committed to making a positive impact on the communities in which we live and work. NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

About Nv5

-offers a broad spectrum of engineering, consulting, and technical services -focuses on infrastructure, energy, and industrial sectors, operating on large-scale projects across the globe -expertise spans civil engineering, building systems, water resources, and environmental services -helps clients with everything from large infrastructure development to specialized environmental solutions -notable projects include transportation networks, utilities, water treatment facilities, and urban developments -continues to expand through strategic acquisitions, bringing more expertise into the fold -known for leveraging advanced technologies and innovative solutions to deliver high-quality results

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