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Utility Pole Distribution Designer/Drafter (FC)

iLink Resources

Pittsburgh, PA | Full Time

$74k-89k (estimate)

7 Months Ago

Utility Pole Distribution Designer/Drafter (FC)

iLink Resources Pittsburgh, PA

$74k-89k (estimate)

Full Time 7 Months Ago

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iLink Resources is Hiring an Utility Pole Distribution Designer/Drafter (FC) Near Pittsburgh, PA

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and different construction situations in the field, including rights-of-way

Apply National Electric Safety Code (NESC) Standards, Client Standards, Federal, State or Local Municipal Guidelines, and/or other applicable guidelines to complete engineering designs (Pole Replacements, Communication Space Rearrangements, Joint-Use Design) for possible joint-use or make-ready construction
Ability to analyze field collected data (including imagery) and accurately update applicable software packages for successful design implementation
Regularly utilizes Client proprietary software packages or equipment to complete daily responsibilities in the engineering design workflow process, may include facilitating new attachment permitting process
Communicate with others, including co-workers and clients, to agree on the best solution for engineering design
Accountable for work assigned and responsible for completing work on project schedule and within project budget while regularly communicating status with management team
Frequently communicates with Client(s) on engineering design to best determine the most cost-effective solution for their project
Provides timely and detailed documentation and support to Orbital accounting functions for ensuring projects are on budget and appropriately accounted
Can transcribe notes, use measuring devices to identify, inspect, and record the data which is found in an organized manner
Can endure frequent driving, standing, walking (numerous miles a day), navigating (on foot or in a vehicle), and balancing objects which may weigh up to 20 pounds in congested and/or complex terrain
As needed, must be able to work in all weather conditions and in residential, commercial, and industrial areas
Work is primarily office based but fieldwork may be needed throughout the engineering design process
Must be willing to travel overnight or for extended periods of time, based on project assignment
Will be required to attend meetings at clients sites and regularly interact with the general public, including landowners and operators
May occasionally enter energized extra-high voltage substations up to 745kV and will need to coordinate with appropriate utility personnel throughout fielding activities within this location

Targeted locations for Distribution Designers are based in Hagerstown, MD, York, PA, Easton, PA and Frederick, MD

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required with 3 years of experience in fieldwork or a construction environment, drafting, utility experience, or technical design
Associates Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline with 0-2 years of experience, with interest in fieldwork, or surveying
Must be an organized person who can keep data organized from start to finish on a project
Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and effectively communicate project statuses
Computer proficiency including general Microsoft Office products, design, and business enterprise software
Effective written and oral communication at all levels within an organizational structure
Reasoning skills and ability to solve practical problems
Must have dependable transportation and a valid drivers license with insurance
Must be able to pass a fit for duty test
Ability to work from home and an office setting, as required

Preferred 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) is beneficial
Knowledge of industry utility or joint-use software (SPANS, NJUNS, IkeGPS) for make-ready engineering and construction is beneficial
Familiar with Design and Checking practices for engineering drawings and deliverables
Familiar with Safe Work Practices and PPE applications