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KCI Technologies, Inc.

Designer III - Energy

KCI Technologies, Inc., Columbia, South Carolina, United States

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Job Details Job ID: 2026-7362

Category: Design

Type: Full-Time Regular - 40 hours

Posted Date: 1/19/2026 9:32 AM

Overview Designer III - Energy

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge. At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee‑owners. We design and deliver world‑class solutions, deeply invest in supporting and developing our team, and reward integrity and commitment. Our employees enjoy freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. Together we’re motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee‑owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting‑edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION We offer a competitive compensation package, family‑friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Responsibilities Job Summary:

The Lighting Designer III (DT III) is the third level in the Designer career track. This track provides designs for utility systems—including overhead and underground circuits, lighting, commercial, industrial and residential development, and gas and generation systems—while also collecting field data and assisting with storm restoration when requested. The DT III handles moderately complex design projects and supports more complex projects with greater independence than the DT II. Interaction with clients, customers and construction crews is essential to progress projects.

This position primarily involves working in an office environment, with significant fieldwork exposure to inclement weather conditions such as extreme heat/cold, high humidity, rain, snow, and icy conditions.

Key Technical Skills Required:

CAD experience

Power Distribution experience

Pole Analysis software

WMS experience (e.g., Maximo)

Understanding of Electrical Components

Circuit knowledge of electrical components

Advanced distribution techniques (switchgear, capacitor bank)

Conduit systems

Reliability schemes

Field and work zone safety

Your key responsibilities include:

Independently performing field data collection and project‑specific inspections for moderately complex projects, accurately and efficiently.

Producing high‑quality computer‑aided design drawings and a list of materials for the construction of simple projects and providing support required by supervision for more complex tasks.

Ensuring all necessary communications are documented on projects designed as required by training.

Providing guidance and training to peers and newer designers for simple projects.

Producing permitting documentation, as needed, independently.

Demonstrating the ability to communicate with clients and participating in site meetings with oversight.

This role will work independently, but under supervision for mentorship, guidance and training.

Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent, and four years relevant work experience, or an Associate’s Degree and three years of relevant work experience.

Valid driver's license required.

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