Sigma Technologies, Ltd.
Power Distribution and Make Ready Designer (Remote)
Sigma Technologies, Ltd., Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States, 46804
Power Distribution and Make Ready Designer (Remote)
Company:
Sigma Technologies, Ltd.
Location:
Remote (Fort Wayne, IN for orientation)
Join Sigma Technologies, a growing engineering and design firm serving major power and telecommunications utilities across the United States. We value accuracy, collaboration, and long‑term professional growth.
About This Opportunity We’re seeking skilled
Make‑Ready Designers
(primary focus) and
Power Distribution Designers
to support engineering programs for major electric and telecom utilities.
Demanded experience in overhead utility pole design, NESC application, clearance assessment, pole loading analysis, and construction package development.
Proficiency with design platforms: DDS, Katapult, O-Calc, GIS, MicroStation, AutoCAD, or client‑specific drafting systems.
Ability to review field/walkout data, evaluate attachment conditions, model pole loading, determine make‑ready requirements, and prepare construction‑ready deliverables.
Must have utility pole design or distribution engineering experience; no candidates without such experience will be considered.
This is a remote position; new hires must attend a 2‑week paid, in‑person orientation at our Perrysburg, OH headquarters.
What You Will Do
Execute overhead distribution and make‑ready design work orders, meeting quality, time, and budget expectations.
Apply established engineering design standards, NESC requirements, and internal processes.
Perform end‑to‑end make‑ready, joint‑use, and/or general distribution design.
Conduct permitting and easement research (pole ownership, ROW, property rights, approvals).
Collaborate with team members to resolve design challenges, ensuring accurate deliverables.
Use design software such as AutoCAD,(Network), MicroStation, DDS, PoleForeman, O-Calc, Katapult, or client systems.
Perform quality control reviews when required.
Support additional duties as assigned.
Top Competencies & Skills
Make‑Ready Engineering, Joint‑Use Design, Pole Loading Analysis.
Utility Pole Design, Overhead Distribution Design, NESC Compliance.
Utility Engineering, Pole Attachments, Make‑Ready Construction.
Aerial Design, Utility Coordination, Right‑of‑Way Permitting.
Pole Replacement Design, Make‑Ready Estimates, Field Survey Interpretation.
CAD for Utility Design, GIS for Utility Design, Electrical Distribution Design.
Utility Construction Standards, Telecommunications Make‑Ready.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or higher in engineering, drafting, or related field preferred.
Minimum 2 years of experience in make‑ready engineering, joint‑use design, or electric power distribution design (3+ years strongly preferred).
Proven experience in utility pole design, including NESC application, clearance analysis, pole loading concepts, and preparation of construction‑ready design packages.
Proficiency with CAD or MicroStation; experience with DDS, Katapult, O‑Calc, or similar utility design platforms strongly preferred.
Solid understanding of power distribution construction practices, with ability to learn utility‑specific proprietary systems efficiently.
Valid driver’s license, active auto insurance, and pass background, drug, and MVR screenings.
Authorization to work in the United States required.
Willingness to travel occasionally, including minimal overnight travel.
Ability to work a standard Monday‑Friday schedule aligned to Eastern Time, with Central/Mountain/Pacific adjustments as appropriate.
Physical Requirements
Ability to work for extended periods using a computer keyboard, monitor, and telephone.
Ability to prepare and analyze data, review detailed information, and work with design tools requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment moeilhen.
Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written channels.
About Sigma Technologies Paula Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with 500+ employees across 30+ states. For over 25 years, we’ve supported major power and telecommunications utilities. Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — shape how we work and who we hire. We are TeamSigma™.
What We Offer
No‑cost monthly healthcare plan option for employees.
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 NOTICE and professional licensingshoot assistance programs.
Pay is commensurate with experience and education.
Sigma is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or anyுள்ளது classification protected by law.
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Sigma Technologies, Ltd.
Location:
Remote (Fort Wayne, IN for orientation)
Join Sigma Technologies, a growing engineering and design firm serving major power and telecommunications utilities across the United States. We value accuracy, collaboration, and long‑term professional growth.
About This Opportunity We’re seeking skilled
Make‑Ready Designers
(primary focus) and
Power Distribution Designers
to support engineering programs for major electric and telecom utilities.
Demanded experience in overhead utility pole design, NESC application, clearance assessment, pole loading analysis, and construction package development.
Proficiency with design platforms: DDS, Katapult, O-Calc, GIS, MicroStation, AutoCAD, or client‑specific drafting systems.
Ability to review field/walkout data, evaluate attachment conditions, model pole loading, determine make‑ready requirements, and prepare construction‑ready deliverables.
Must have utility pole design or distribution engineering experience; no candidates without such experience will be considered.
This is a remote position; new hires must attend a 2‑week paid, in‑person orientation at our Perrysburg, OH headquarters.
What You Will Do
Execute overhead distribution and make‑ready design work orders, meeting quality, time, and budget expectations.
Apply established engineering design standards, NESC requirements, and internal processes.
Perform end‑to‑end make‑ready, joint‑use, and/or general distribution design.
Conduct permitting and easement research (pole ownership, ROW, property rights, approvals).
Collaborate with team members to resolve design challenges, ensuring accurate deliverables.
Use design software such as AutoCAD,(Network), MicroStation, DDS, PoleForeman, O-Calc, Katapult, or client systems.
Perform quality control reviews when required.
Support additional duties as assigned.
Top Competencies & Skills
Make‑Ready Engineering, Joint‑Use Design, Pole Loading Analysis.
Utility Pole Design, Overhead Distribution Design, NESC Compliance.
Utility Engineering, Pole Attachments, Make‑Ready Construction.
Aerial Design, Utility Coordination, Right‑of‑Way Permitting.
Pole Replacement Design, Make‑Ready Estimates, Field Survey Interpretation.
CAD for Utility Design, GIS for Utility Design, Electrical Distribution Design.
Utility Construction Standards, Telecommunications Make‑Ready.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or higher in engineering, drafting, or related field preferred.
Minimum 2 years of experience in make‑ready engineering, joint‑use design, or electric power distribution design (3+ years strongly preferred).
Proven experience in utility pole design, including NESC application, clearance analysis, pole loading concepts, and preparation of construction‑ready design packages.
Proficiency with CAD or MicroStation; experience with DDS, Katapult, O‑Calc, or similar utility design platforms strongly preferred.
Solid understanding of power distribution construction practices, with ability to learn utility‑specific proprietary systems efficiently.
Valid driver’s license, active auto insurance, and pass background, drug, and MVR screenings.
Authorization to work in the United States required.
Willingness to travel occasionally, including minimal overnight travel.
Ability to work a standard Monday‑Friday schedule aligned to Eastern Time, with Central/Mountain/Pacific adjustments as appropriate.
Physical Requirements
Ability to work for extended periods using a computer keyboard, monitor, and telephone.
Ability to prepare and analyze data, review detailed information, and work with design tools requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment moeilhen.
Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written channels.
About Sigma Technologies Paula Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with 500+ employees across 30+ states. For over 25 years, we’ve supported major power and telecommunications utilities. Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — shape how we work and who we hire. We are TeamSigma™.
What We Offer
No‑cost monthly healthcare plan option for employees.
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 NOTICE and professional licensingshoot assistance programs.
Pay is commensurate with experience and education.
Sigma is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or anyுள்ளது classification protected by law.
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