Career Opportunity

Electrical Distribution Designer

San Antonio, Texas

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ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald's engineering team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Electrical Distribution Designer is a local position in San Antonio and typically reports directly to a Senior Engineer. The position works on programs and projects involving overhead and underground electric utility distribution systems in accordance with applicable codes and Utility Owner requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL DO IN YOUR ROLE

• Perform detailed design of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems

o Reliability programs

o Rebuild / re-conductor

o Circuit conversions

o Worst performing circuits

o Laterals

o Make Ready

• Execute analysis utilizing O-Calc, PLS-Pole, or PLS-CADD

• Preparation and modification of electrical drawings, specifications, calculations, charts & graphs, and construction drawing packages

• Possess an analytical competence to interact with variety of individuals including engineers, other distribution system designers, GIS specialists, and field technicians

• Perform various field services (as required) including distribution system inventories, NESC audits, joint use management and permitting, and pole or transformer inspections

• Perform field data collection utilizing an IKE or tablet device as necessary

• Develop a working knowledge telephone, cable, and other communication facilities

• Work effectively in a team environment

• Travel to the CPS office location in San Antonio occasionally

• Other tasks as assigned

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Communicates Effectively

• Continuous Learning

• Growth Mind-set

• Customer Focus

• Problem Solving and Innovation

• Teamwork and Collaboration

• Strategic Perspective

• Attention to Detail

• Strong Time Management

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or GIS preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE: PREFERRED

• At least 2-5 years of experience with the design, construction, and/or maintenance of electrical utility distribution systems

• General aerial and underground distribution knowledge

• Knowledge of NESC

• Preferred experience:

o Pole loading and design software including O-Calc, PLS Pole, and/or PLS CADD on electrical systems

o Exposure to GIS systems such as ESRI ArcGIS

o Use and application of an Ike (or similar) field data collection device

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

If you are an existing Black & McDonald employee, please notify your supervisor

of your interest and intent to apply before applying.

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