Designer 1-3
Black & McDonald Limited, Kansas City, MO, United States
Career Opportunity
DESIGNER 1 - 3
Kansas City, Missouri
BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD
Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi‑trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family‑owned and family‑run company employing thousands of highly skilled professionals across North America, with nearly 100 years of experience in delivering operational excellence and customer‑focused solutions.
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald’s engineering team is growing! If you are an independent, enthusiastic, and driven professional searching for an opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you.
Black & McDonald actively seeks a Designer with knowledge of Electrical Utility and Communication distribution systems. Projects involve surveying and designing existing electric utility and communications distribution systems in accordance with NESC codes and Utility Owner requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities
Perform electric utility pole loading analysis studies using O-CALC Software or PLS CADD
Design and layout of electric utility distribution system projects in customer GIS and process platforms
Deliver completed design projects/work orders on time, according to customer specifications and through a customer process database
Occasionally participate in the acquisition of field data to accomplish the design or to monitor and evaluate equipment performance
Follow quality practice and procedures by self‑checking all work product and checking the work of others as required
Follow safety procedures
Maintain the GIS database with information from sources including work management systems, as‑built construction drawings, work orders, completion records, field reports or other information from the job sponsor
Process and approve completion records, perform manual or computer aided drafting using AutoCAD
Perform and update records and maps in ArcMap
Produce and distribute construction work orders and job packets
Communicate with Designers and Engineers
Work effectively in a team environment
Learn non‑industry standard drafting and mapping software
Additional duties as assigned
Competency Requirements
Communicates Effectively
Continuous Learning
Customer Focus
Problem Solving and Innovation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Strategic Perspective
Education Requirements
Associate degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) program
Bachelor of Science in a STEM program preferred
Work Experience Requirements
Designer 1
0–1 years of industry experience
Good understanding of mathematical principles
Minimal experience using software such as PLS‑CADD, O‑Calc, or GIS
Motivated to learn the needs of the position
Designer 2
1–3 years of industry experience
Moderate experience using software such as PLS‑CADD, O‑Calc, Pole Foreman and/or GIS
Basic understanding of designing electric utility and communication systems
Basic knowledge of applicable codes such as the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and the National Electric Code (NEC)
Designer 3
3+ years of industry experience
Extensive experience using software such as PLS‑CADD, O‑Calc, Pole Foreman and/or GIS
Substantial knowledge of electric utility and communication systems
Advanced knowledge of applicable codes such as the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and the National Electric Code (NEC)
Self‑motivated and doesn’t require much direct supervision
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
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DESIGNER 1 - 3
Kansas City, Missouri
BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD
Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi‑trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family‑owned and family‑run company employing thousands of highly skilled professionals across North America, with nearly 100 years of experience in delivering operational excellence and customer‑focused solutions.
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald’s engineering team is growing! If you are an independent, enthusiastic, and driven professional searching for an opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you.
Black & McDonald actively seeks a Designer with knowledge of Electrical Utility and Communication distribution systems. Projects involve surveying and designing existing electric utility and communications distribution systems in accordance with NESC codes and Utility Owner requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities
Perform electric utility pole loading analysis studies using O-CALC Software or PLS CADD
Design and layout of electric utility distribution system projects in customer GIS and process platforms
Deliver completed design projects/work orders on time, according to customer specifications and through a customer process database
Occasionally participate in the acquisition of field data to accomplish the design or to monitor and evaluate equipment performance
Follow quality practice and procedures by self‑checking all work product and checking the work of others as required
Follow safety procedures
Maintain the GIS database with information from sources including work management systems, as‑built construction drawings, work orders, completion records, field reports or other information from the job sponsor
Process and approve completion records, perform manual or computer aided drafting using AutoCAD
Perform and update records and maps in ArcMap
Produce and distribute construction work orders and job packets
Communicate with Designers and Engineers
Work effectively in a team environment
Learn non‑industry standard drafting and mapping software
Additional duties as assigned
Competency Requirements
Communicates Effectively
Continuous Learning
Customer Focus
Problem Solving and Innovation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Strategic Perspective
Education Requirements
Associate degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) program
Bachelor of Science in a STEM program preferred
Work Experience Requirements
Designer 1
0–1 years of industry experience
Good understanding of mathematical principles
Minimal experience using software such as PLS‑CADD, O‑Calc, or GIS
Motivated to learn the needs of the position
Designer 2
1–3 years of industry experience
Moderate experience using software such as PLS‑CADD, O‑Calc, Pole Foreman and/or GIS
Basic understanding of designing electric utility and communication systems
Basic knowledge of applicable codes such as the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and the National Electric Code (NEC)
Designer 3
3+ years of industry experience
Extensive experience using software such as PLS‑CADD, O‑Calc, Pole Foreman and/or GIS
Substantial knowledge of electric utility and communication systems
Advanced knowledge of applicable codes such as the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and the National Electric Code (NEC)
Self‑motivated and doesn’t require much direct supervision
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
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