Sargent & Lundy · 1 day ago
Distribution Designer 1 - Grid
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$54K/yr - $78K/yr
5+ years expSargent & Lundy is a company that offers engineering and design services, and they are seeking a Distribution Designer 1 to work in a project team environment. The role involves preparing and reviewing construction sketches, supporting project scoping, and conducting client communication, among other responsibilities.
ElectronicsEnergyInformation Technology
No H1B
Responsibilities
Prepare/Review construction sketches and work packages for:
Overhead and underground distribution facilities (4 KV through 38 KV)
Pole loading analyses
Voltage drop and flicker calculations
Cable pulling
Bill of material
Cost estimates
Joint use coordination
Traffic control plans and/or permit drawings
Support preliminary project scoping
Perform field work, when necessary
Support maintenance and recapitalization of distribution components
Plan modifications to the system as well as designing and overseeing complex tasks
Provide construction support, when necessary
Conduct client communication and interaction, when necessary
Qualification
Required
This position requires an Associate's Degree in Drafting, and/or a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, and/or a high school diploma
3 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience
A minimum of 5 years of distribution design experience
Proficient with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
Ability to visualize systems without the aid of the computer
An Associate's Degree in Computer Aided Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design
Knowledgeable in applicable codes, standards, and distribution software programs
Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, NEC, ANSI, IEEE, GIS/GWD
Experience with complex overhead and underground distribution projects (120/208V through 34 kV)
Strong communication skills
Preferred
Familiarity with various distribution design/analysis software
Familiarity with GIS software
Experience in utility distribution inspections and/or construction
Benefits
Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Accident Insurance
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back-Up Daycare
FSA & HSA
401(k)
Pre-Tax Commuter Account
Merit Scholarship Program
Employee Discount Program
Corporate Charitable Giving Program
Tuition Assistance
First Professional Licensure Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements
Company
Sargent & Lundy
Sargent & Lundy is a power generated company that provides technical expertise and integration for global use.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas White
Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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