Distribution Designer - New Jersey
Orbital Engineering, Princeton, NJ, United States
Orbital Engineering, Inc. is currently seeking a Distribution Designer for our Utility Services team to support projects in New Jersey. This position accommodates a remote‑work arrangement, but the candidate is expected to reside in New Jersey to conduct field data acquisition in the client’s service area in addition to performing design duties.
Orbital Engineering’s Utility Services Department partners with Utility and Communication Companies in engineering and construction operations for Joint Use Pole Attachment Programs (JU), Distribution Engineering Design Projects, and Distribution System Improvement Charge (DSIC) programs, such as the Pennsylvania Long‑Term Infrastructure Improvement Program (LTIIP).
This Distribution Designer position will directly support projects within the Utility Services Department’s pole attachment application process and power delivery improvement process. The team also analyzes requests for attachment to client poles and network reliability improvements on client electric distribution systems, supporting GIS data analytics, notifications, work orders, invoicing, and financial reports using enterprise resource planning software.
Essential Functions
Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and 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 other applicable guidelines to complete engineering designs (pole replacements, communication space rearrangements, joint‑use design) for possible joint‑use or make‑ready construction
Analyze field‑collected data (including imagery) and accurately update applicable software packages for successful design implementation
Use client proprietary software packages or equipment to complete daily responsibilities in the engineering design workflow process, including facilitating new attachment permitting processes
Communicate with co‑workers and clients to agree on the best engineering design solution
Accountable for work assigned and responsible for completing work on project schedule and within budget while regularly communicating status with management
Frequently communicate with client(s) on engineering design to determine the most cost‑effective solution for their project
Provide timely and detailed documentation and support to Orbital accounting functions to ensure projects are on budget and appropriately accounted
Transcribe notes and use measuring devices to identify, inspect, and record data in an organized manner
Endure frequent driving, standing, walking (numerous miles a day), navigating on foot or in a vehicle, and balancing objects weighing up to 20 pounds in congested and/or complex terrain
Work in all weather conditions and in residential, commercial, and industrial areas as needed
Fieldwork may be required throughout the engineering design process; work is primarily office‑based
Be willing to travel overnight or for extended periods based on project assignment
Attend meetings at client sites and regularly interact with the general public, including landowners and operators
May occasionally enter energized extra‑high‑voltage substations up to 745 kV and coordinate with appropriate utility personnel throughout field activities
Other Duties This job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED with 3+ years of experience in fieldwork, drafting, utility or technical design
Associate’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, or related technical discipline with 0–2 years of experience and interest in fieldwork or surveying
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics preferred
Working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction preferred
Experience in pole loading (Spida Calc, O‑Calc, Pole Foreman, or Katapult) or other construction modeling software (AutoCAD, DDS) is beneficial
Familiarity with design and checking practices for engineering drawings and deliverables
Familiarity with safe work practices and PPE applications
Organized and capable of keeping 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
Dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license with insurance
Must be able to pass a fit‑for‑duty test
Ability to work from home and an office setting, as required
Must pass a post‑offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with federal regulations; also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment
Location Note This is an on‑site or hybrid position. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s location.
Salary Range $33,000–91,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)
Benefits A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work‑life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)‑retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company‑paid life and AD&D insurance, company‑paid short‑term disability coverage, and a generous paid time‑off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.
Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Orbital Engineering’s Utility Services Department partners with Utility and Communication Companies in engineering and construction operations for Joint Use Pole Attachment Programs (JU), Distribution Engineering Design Projects, and Distribution System Improvement Charge (DSIC) programs, such as the Pennsylvania Long‑Term Infrastructure Improvement Program (LTIIP).
This Distribution Designer position will directly support projects within the Utility Services Department’s pole attachment application process and power delivery improvement process. The team also analyzes requests for attachment to client poles and network reliability improvements on client electric distribution systems, supporting GIS data analytics, notifications, work orders, invoicing, and financial reports using enterprise resource planning software.
Essential Functions
Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and 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 other applicable guidelines to complete engineering designs (pole replacements, communication space rearrangements, joint‑use design) for possible joint‑use or make‑ready construction
Analyze field‑collected data (including imagery) and accurately update applicable software packages for successful design implementation
Use client proprietary software packages or equipment to complete daily responsibilities in the engineering design workflow process, including facilitating new attachment permitting processes
Communicate with co‑workers and clients to agree on the best engineering design solution
Accountable for work assigned and responsible for completing work on project schedule and within budget while regularly communicating status with management
Frequently communicate with client(s) on engineering design to determine the most cost‑effective solution for their project
Provide timely and detailed documentation and support to Orbital accounting functions to ensure projects are on budget and appropriately accounted
Transcribe notes and use measuring devices to identify, inspect, and record data in an organized manner
Endure frequent driving, standing, walking (numerous miles a day), navigating on foot or in a vehicle, and balancing objects weighing up to 20 pounds in congested and/or complex terrain
Work in all weather conditions and in residential, commercial, and industrial areas as needed
Fieldwork may be required throughout the engineering design process; work is primarily office‑based
Be willing to travel overnight or for extended periods based on project assignment
Attend meetings at client sites and regularly interact with the general public, including landowners and operators
May occasionally enter energized extra‑high‑voltage substations up to 745 kV and coordinate with appropriate utility personnel throughout field activities
Other Duties This job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED with 3+ years of experience in fieldwork, drafting, utility or technical design
Associate’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, or related technical discipline with 0–2 years of experience and interest in fieldwork or surveying
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics preferred
Working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction preferred
Experience in pole loading (Spida Calc, O‑Calc, Pole Foreman, or Katapult) or other construction modeling software (AutoCAD, DDS) is beneficial
Familiarity with design and checking practices for engineering drawings and deliverables
Familiarity with safe work practices and PPE applications
Organized and capable of keeping 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
Dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license with insurance
Must be able to pass a fit‑for‑duty test
Ability to work from home and an office setting, as required
Must pass a post‑offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with federal regulations; also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment
Location Note This is an on‑site or hybrid position. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s location.
Salary Range $33,000–91,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)
Benefits A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work‑life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)‑retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company‑paid life and AD&D insurance, company‑paid short‑term disability coverage, and a generous paid time‑off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.
Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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