Distribution Design Technician III
EDG Inc, Houston, TX, United States
EDG Inc
Job Summary
Responsible for providing Distribution Engineering Design and Estimating services to Electric Utility Clients on Distribution design projects and third‑party joint use attachments. This position may require providing distribution engineering design for reconductor projects, pole change‑out projects, failure, revenue or planned projects, and/or system reliability projects. The role also includes design work to allow for joint use attachment on facilities including third‑party pole attachment design work, which includes running modeling software on poles to determine their ability to handle wind loading on current and proposed equipment. Work may entail routine interaction with front line electric utility customers, design & architectural consultants, vendors, builders, and outside agencies throughout all phases of a project’s lifespan. Must be able to work effectively in a matrix environment and have superior interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
Develop detailed distribution designs and cost estimates tailored to customer’s specific needs and timelines on more complex project assignments.
Run modeling software on poles and equipment to determine the impact on wind loading for current and future conditions (e.g., GDT, IKE Pole‑Foreman, Maximo).
Coordinate with governmental regulatory bodies associated with project planning, permitting, and other unique technical issue resolution on complex projects such as highway widenings, reconductoring, and major feeder re‑builds. May also involve field inspection duties including patrolling distribution lines to assess current state, future needs, or storm restoration support.
Strictly adhere to Client’s procedures.
Keep supervisor apprised of status, issues, and needs.
Maintain good documentation.
Continually follow‑up on key activities.
Facilitate interactions with external customers (phone, e‑mail, meetings, etc.).
Provide records for all significant meetings (e‑mail).
Update miscellaneous reports (Construction Report, etc.).
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology or Engineering Technology (or similar discipline) required. Candidates with two or more years of directly related experience may be considered with the Associate’s Degree as preferred.
More than five (5) with less than ten (10) years of experience in a position that directly relates to the responsibilities above required.
One year of on‑job experience or formal training in a graphic tool design or electronic design software related to the position or industry (e.g., GDT, IKE Pole‑Foreman, or Maximo) required.
Work experience with utilities and coursework or on‑job exposure to areas of distribution design such as AC voltage generation, impedance and voltage drop, three‑phase power systems, system layout, overhead lines, underground distribution systems, substations, distributed generation, substation transformers, distribution transformers, fault‑interrupting devices, fundamentals of protection, and overcurrent protection.
Estimating experience.
Ability to understand codes and practices related to the position.
Basic mathematical skills.
Effective and professional communication with a diverse audience (customers, fieldworkers and management).
Working Conditions
Work is primarily conducted at project construction sites within the Utility Company’s service area, which may require occasional travel to other service areas. This may include electric substations, transmission, and distribution lines.
Interaction with other team members, supervisors, and client personnel.
Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection.
May be at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climate changes.
Physical Requirements
Lift and carry twenty (20) pounds.
Clear speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, to communicate effectively.
Sit for prolonged periods.
Vision or other powers of observation to conduct analysis and investigations.
Manual dexterity to perform routine office duties.
Personal mobility and physical reflexes to perform office duties and travel to off‑site locations when necessary.
Legal and Equal Opportunity Statement
EDG Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to a drug‑free workplace. Applicants are subject to drug screening by urinalysis. Post‑hire, employees may be required to undergo random, periodic, post‑accident, and reasonable suspicion drug testing including hair and urine screens. Employees may also be required to sign and comply with drug‑free workplace policies required by clients.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Job Summary
Responsible for providing Distribution Engineering Design and Estimating services to Electric Utility Clients on Distribution design projects and third‑party joint use attachments. This position may require providing distribution engineering design for reconductor projects, pole change‑out projects, failure, revenue or planned projects, and/or system reliability projects. The role also includes design work to allow for joint use attachment on facilities including third‑party pole attachment design work, which includes running modeling software on poles to determine their ability to handle wind loading on current and proposed equipment. Work may entail routine interaction with front line electric utility customers, design & architectural consultants, vendors, builders, and outside agencies throughout all phases of a project’s lifespan. Must be able to work effectively in a matrix environment and have superior interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
Develop detailed distribution designs and cost estimates tailored to customer’s specific needs and timelines on more complex project assignments.
Run modeling software on poles and equipment to determine the impact on wind loading for current and future conditions (e.g., GDT, IKE Pole‑Foreman, Maximo).
Coordinate with governmental regulatory bodies associated with project planning, permitting, and other unique technical issue resolution on complex projects such as highway widenings, reconductoring, and major feeder re‑builds. May also involve field inspection duties including patrolling distribution lines to assess current state, future needs, or storm restoration support.
Strictly adhere to Client’s procedures.
Keep supervisor apprised of status, issues, and needs.
Maintain good documentation.
Continually follow‑up on key activities.
Facilitate interactions with external customers (phone, e‑mail, meetings, etc.).
Provide records for all significant meetings (e‑mail).
Update miscellaneous reports (Construction Report, etc.).
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology or Engineering Technology (or similar discipline) required. Candidates with two or more years of directly related experience may be considered with the Associate’s Degree as preferred.
More than five (5) with less than ten (10) years of experience in a position that directly relates to the responsibilities above required.
One year of on‑job experience or formal training in a graphic tool design or electronic design software related to the position or industry (e.g., GDT, IKE Pole‑Foreman, or Maximo) required.
Work experience with utilities and coursework or on‑job exposure to areas of distribution design such as AC voltage generation, impedance and voltage drop, three‑phase power systems, system layout, overhead lines, underground distribution systems, substations, distributed generation, substation transformers, distribution transformers, fault‑interrupting devices, fundamentals of protection, and overcurrent protection.
Estimating experience.
Ability to understand codes and practices related to the position.
Basic mathematical skills.
Effective and professional communication with a diverse audience (customers, fieldworkers and management).
Working Conditions
Work is primarily conducted at project construction sites within the Utility Company’s service area, which may require occasional travel to other service areas. This may include electric substations, transmission, and distribution lines.
Interaction with other team members, supervisors, and client personnel.
Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection.
May be at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climate changes.
Physical Requirements
Lift and carry twenty (20) pounds.
Clear speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, to communicate effectively.
Sit for prolonged periods.
Vision or other powers of observation to conduct analysis and investigations.
Manual dexterity to perform routine office duties.
Personal mobility and physical reflexes to perform office duties and travel to off‑site locations when necessary.
Legal and Equal Opportunity Statement
EDG Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to a drug‑free workplace. Applicants are subject to drug screening by urinalysis. Post‑hire, employees may be required to undergo random, periodic, post‑accident, and reasonable suspicion drug testing including hair and urine screens. Employees may also be required to sign and comply with drug‑free workplace policies required by clients.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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