Designer II - Electric Distribution

San Francisco, CA, United States

Overview

Are you an experienced Distribution Designer ready to take your career to the next level? Join our fully remote team as a Distribution Designer II and make an impact on electric infrastructure projects for our public utility client in CA. The Distribution Designer II works with engineering and design teams to produce and/or review overhead and underground distribution design packages playing a pivotal role in maintaining industry standards, conformance to client requirements, and providing technical expertise in the field. The ideal candidate is experienced in preparation of construction drawings, electrical calculations, and bill of materials for electrical distribution lines.

We are seeking candidates with a proven track record in electric distribution, and a working knowledge of California utility overhead and underground standards and applications. If you are ready to showcase your talents and advance your career in a supportive and collaborative setting, apply now and be a key player in shaping the future of electric utilities.

Responsibilities

Works with engineering and design team to produce and/or review overhead and underground distribution design packages, including construction drawings, materials inventory (install and removals), voltage drop calculations, environmental/FAA/permitting releases, easements, fielding photos, and notes, distribution planning coordination requests, and GIS maps.

Understands and applies knowledge of overhead or underground electric utility distribution designs and construction standards, applicable codes, and industry practice to produce reliable and technically sound designs and/or quality control reviews.

Reviews design documents and drawings for accuracy and completeness, addressing any discrepancies or issues identified during the review process.

Provides clear and concise comments and justifications where design deficiencies are observed.

Reviews revised designs for incorporation of comments.

Identifies trends or new issues and raises them for management review along with potential solutions.

Ensures and maintains compliance with applicable company and client standards and procedures.

Provides technical support to junior designers.

Contributes to the development and implementation of department and company goals.

Participates in special projects or tasks as required.

Qualifications High school diploma/GED required.

3-5 years overhead or underground electric utility distribution line design experience including applicable codes.

Knowledge of detailed material and labor requirements for construction of overhead and/or underground electric utility distribution projects.

Ability to produce and/or review electric designs of moderate to high complexity.

Proficient in AutoCAD electric distribution design.

Preferred knowledge of utilizing O-Cal or Spida software.

Knowledge or experience working with Bluebeam or PDF

Proficiency with MS Office Suite (including MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS-Outlook, MS-Teams).

Ability to work independently.

Strong written and verbal English language communication skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a collaborative environment.

Working knowledge of California utility overhead and underground standards and applications.

Familiar with material and labor requirements for construction of overhead and underground electric utility distribution projects.

Ability to produce and/or review electric designs of low to moderate complexity.

Must be flexible and adaptable to change.

Ability to work with multiple projects at one time.

Preferred: Post-secondary education preferred. Electrical degree/certification preferred.

Experience with SAP-based material and labor inventory. CPD/iCue or EES highly preferred.

Fielding experience in electric distribution.

Salary Range: $72,400 - $104,000

Location: San Francisco Bay Area preferred.

Work Environment: Hybrid: remote with occasional field visits.

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug-screening and background check.

Our Company

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba's efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a "top 100 construction management firm" and a "top 50 program management firm." Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a "top 100 design firm" in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being!

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employer paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA's) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.

Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California's future!

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