Sr. Design Technician - Electric Distribution

In this role, you’ll support various Electric Distribution design projects for various utility clients throughout Central OH. We are seeking candidates of various levels of experience who are eager to learn, gain hands-on experience, collaborate with industry experts, thrive in a collaborative team environment and are hungry to grow within a company that prioritizes professional development.

This is a remote role located in/around Columbus with some office, field and client facing requirements.

As a Sr. Design Technician, a typical day may include the following:

• Performing a variety of design tasks for associated Overhead and Underground electric utility design projects. This may include drafting, engineering calculations, easement validation; design/construction cost estimating & permit package development.

• Managing multiple projects in order to assure timely, successful completion for projects resulting in high levels of customer satisfaction and company/departmental goal achievements.

• Travel to utility and customer locations to perform site visits including pole inspections, pole load calculations, assessment of equipment performance, and identification of potential issues while making recommendations for improvement

• Maintain accurate records of activities, to include service calls, repairs, pole inspections, audits, and maintenance performed

• Perform regular assessment of equipment to ensure proper functionality and prevent issues, including diagnosing and troubleshooting problems, and/or repairing or replacing defective parts

A successful candidate will thrive in an environment that values the following work approaches:

• Resilient, self-motivated and mission-driven: You are always striving to build upon previous successes, successfully overcoming any obstacles along the way.

• Detail oriented: The little things matter!

• Collaborative, team-oriented and client-focused: When we all succeed, we’re better for it!

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Established professional computer skills; aptitude for quickly learning new software and other tools

• Experience with Electric Distribution or other Utility Design projects

• Experience with Distribution Design Studio (DDS) software

• Experience working on projects related to AEP distribution design

• Willingness to travel locally or regionally as needed to support our initiatives; valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

Preferred Qualifications: