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KCI · 2 days ago

Distribution Engineering Designer IV

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. The Distribution Engineering Designer IV (DED IV) is responsible for providing designs for electrical distribution systems, overseeing complex design projects, and guiding newer designers while ensuring safety and efficiency in both office and field environments.

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Growth Opportunities
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Responsibilities

Producing high-quality computer-aided electric distribution design drawings and Bill Of Material (BOM) necessary for the construction of complex projects without oversight
Demonstrating very high proficiency in client distribution design software platform
Providing guidance to peers and training newer designers for their assigned projects
Performing field data collection using standard tools, methods and processes and performing necessary project-specific inspections accurately and efficiently
Becoming familiar with technical analysis which can include cable pulling calculations, cable voltage drop calculations, transformer loading calculations, and pole loading analysis calculations
Gaining understanding of client construction standards, construction and workflow processes, and customer charging guidelines, as required
Generating permitting and other project supporting documentation, as needed
Exhibiting ability to communicate with clients and leading site meetings without a need oversight
Demonstrating ability to pursue work from the Client
Understanding the hazards and dangers of the distribution system and how to navigate their role to prevent dangerous situations and mitigating hazards during the office and field portion of their role
Actively looking out for others’ safety in all aspects of this work
Attending and engaging in scheduled safety meetings and adhering to driving and site hazard identification, mitigation and reporting training
Incumbents will have the ability to work on a storm response local or travel team as an Assessor or Team Lead as needed
This role will work under minimal supervision for mentorship, guidance and training

Qualification

CAD experiencePower Distribution experiencePole Analysis softwareWMS experienceElectrical ComponentsCircuit knowledgeAdvanced distribution techniquesConduit systemsReliability schemes knowledgeFieldWork zone safety

Required

Four-year ABET-accredited Engineering degree and seven years of relevant experience with a minimum of three of those years in distribution design. An active PE license can replace two years of relevant work experience
Valid driver's license required
Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position

Preferred

PE license is desired

Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Family friendly benefits
Collaborative working environment
Training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career

Company

KCI

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KCI is a 100-percent employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States and beyond.

H1B Sponsorship

KCI has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (6)
2024 (3)
2023 (3)
2022 (6)
2021 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Christopher Griffith
Chairman of the Board / CEO
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Jason Hardebeck
Chief Technology Officer
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