Sigma Technologies, Ltd.
Power Distribution Make Ready Designer (Remote)
Sigma Technologies, Ltd., Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Description
Power Distribution Make Ready Designer
Location: Charlotte, NC (Remote)
Are you a skilled Power Designer looking to join a supportive, passionate team? We have an attractive opportunity for you!
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY:
We are hiring experienced
Make-Ready Designers
(primary focus) and
Power Distribution Designers
to support engineering projects for major power and telecom utility clients. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience in
utility pole design, NESC application, and construction package development , using tools such as
DDS, Katapult, GIS , and client‑specific design platforms. In this role, you will review field/walkout data, perform clearance analysis, model pole loading, define make‑ready requirements, and prepare accurate, construction‑ready design packages.
This position requires prior experience in
make‑ready engineering or power distribution design .
Candidates without utility pole design or distribution engineering experience will not be considered.
Note: This position can work remotely, but new hires will be required to come to our headquarters in Perrysburg, OH, for an initial 2‑week in‑person paid orientation and training period.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO AS A MAKE-READY ENGINEERING DESIGNER AT SIGMA:
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.
There are opportunities to solve problems encountered throughout the design process via team and/or cross‑functional collaboration.
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.
Related design programs include AutoCAD, MicroStation, BOUD, DDS (Distribution Design Studio), PoleForeman, O‑Calc, Katapult, or other customer‑specific software.
At times, you may be responsible for performing quality control on others’ work.
Other duties as assigned.
Top Competencies & Skills:
Make-Ready Engineering
Make-Ready Designer
Utility Make-Ready
Telecommunications Make-Ready
Pole Attachments
Utility Pole Design
Pole Loading Analysis
Overhead Design
Utility Engineering
Make-Ready Construction
Joint Use Design
Aerial Make-Ready
Make-Ready Plans
Make-Ready Surveys
Utility Coordination
Permitting for Make-Ready
Utility Pole Permits
Pole Replacement Design
Make-Ready Estimates
Field Surveys for Make-Ready
CAD (Computer-Aided Design) for Make-Ready
GIS (Geographic Information System) for Make-Ready
NESC (National Electrical Safety Code)
OSHA Regulations
Project Management for Make-Ready
Utility Infrastructure
Electrical Distribution Design
Distribution System Design
Utility Construction Standards
Compliance with Utility Regulations
Power Distribution Make-Ready Engineer
Requirements WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or higher in engineering, drafting, or related fields is preferred.
Minimum of 1 year of demonstrated experience in make-ready engineering, joint-use design, or electric power distribution design , with
2+ years strongly preferred .
Proven experience in
utility pole design , including NESC application, clearance analysis, pole loading concepts, and preparation of construction-ready packages.
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.
Must hold a valid driver’s license, maintain active auto insurance, and pass all required background, drug, and MVR screenings.
Authorization to work in the United States is required.
Willingness to travel occasionally, including minimal overnight travel when project needs require.
Ability to work a standard Monday–Friday schedule aligned with Eastern Time (with Central/Mountain/Pacific shifts mirrored accordingly).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to utilize a computer keyboard, computer monitor, and telephone for prolonged periods of time.
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.
Must have the ability to give and receive detailed information through oral and written communication.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma
401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
Education and professional licensing assistance programs
Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with over 500 team members across 30+ states. For more than 25 years, our work for the power and telecommunications industries has helped create a positive impact in communities across the country. Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — fuel our culture. We are TeamSigma™.
To learn more about working at Sigma, view our video and career page.
If you do not have Power Design experience, please refer to our other open positions: https://bit.ly/TeamSigmaJobs
While we list our Designer openings in multiple locations, you only need to apply to one as they are remote.
Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on an employee’s race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any other classification protected by law.
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Power Distribution Make Ready Designer
Location: Charlotte, NC (Remote)
Are you a skilled Power Designer looking to join a supportive, passionate team? We have an attractive opportunity for you!
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY:
We are hiring experienced
Make-Ready Designers
(primary focus) and
Power Distribution Designers
to support engineering projects for major power and telecom utility clients. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience in
utility pole design, NESC application, and construction package development , using tools such as
DDS, Katapult, GIS , and client‑specific design platforms. In this role, you will review field/walkout data, perform clearance analysis, model pole loading, define make‑ready requirements, and prepare accurate, construction‑ready design packages.
This position requires prior experience in
make‑ready engineering or power distribution design .
Candidates without utility pole design or distribution engineering experience will not be considered.
Note: This position can work remotely, but new hires will be required to come to our headquarters in Perrysburg, OH, for an initial 2‑week in‑person paid orientation and training period.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO AS A MAKE-READY ENGINEERING DESIGNER AT SIGMA:
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.
There are opportunities to solve problems encountered throughout the design process via team and/or cross‑functional collaboration.
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.
Related design programs include AutoCAD, MicroStation, BOUD, DDS (Distribution Design Studio), PoleForeman, O‑Calc, Katapult, or other customer‑specific software.
At times, you may be responsible for performing quality control on others’ work.
Other duties as assigned.
Top Competencies & Skills:
Make-Ready Engineering
Make-Ready Designer
Utility Make-Ready
Telecommunications Make-Ready
Pole Attachments
Utility Pole Design
Pole Loading Analysis
Overhead Design
Utility Engineering
Make-Ready Construction
Joint Use Design
Aerial Make-Ready
Make-Ready Plans
Make-Ready Surveys
Utility Coordination
Permitting for Make-Ready
Utility Pole Permits
Pole Replacement Design
Make-Ready Estimates
Field Surveys for Make-Ready
CAD (Computer-Aided Design) for Make-Ready
GIS (Geographic Information System) for Make-Ready
NESC (National Electrical Safety Code)
OSHA Regulations
Project Management for Make-Ready
Utility Infrastructure
Electrical Distribution Design
Distribution System Design
Utility Construction Standards
Compliance with Utility Regulations
Power Distribution Make-Ready Engineer
Requirements WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or higher in engineering, drafting, or related fields is preferred.
Minimum of 1 year of demonstrated experience in make-ready engineering, joint-use design, or electric power distribution design , with
2+ years strongly preferred .
Proven experience in
utility pole design , including NESC application, clearance analysis, pole loading concepts, and preparation of construction-ready packages.
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.
Must hold a valid driver’s license, maintain active auto insurance, and pass all required background, drug, and MVR screenings.
Authorization to work in the United States is required.
Willingness to travel occasionally, including minimal overnight travel when project needs require.
Ability to work a standard Monday–Friday schedule aligned with Eastern Time (with Central/Mountain/Pacific shifts mirrored accordingly).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to utilize a computer keyboard, computer monitor, and telephone for prolonged periods of time.
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.
Must have the ability to give and receive detailed information through oral and written communication.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma
401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
Education and professional licensing assistance programs
Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with over 500 team members across 30+ states. For more than 25 years, our work for the power and telecommunications industries has helped create a positive impact in communities across the country. Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — fuel our culture. We are TeamSigma™.
To learn more about working at Sigma, view our video and career page.
If you do not have Power Design experience, please refer to our other open positions: https://bit.ly/TeamSigmaJobs
While we list our Designer openings in multiple locations, you only need to apply to one as they are remote.
Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on an employee’s race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any other classification protected by law.
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