Staff Distribution Designer

Location: Kansas City MO

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $44.55$54.45 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The Staff Distribution Designer will work on project teams to create world-class designs for new projects alterations and redevelopments on various 2.4kV to 34.5kV overhead and underground utility distribution projects. The Staff Distribution Designer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process adapting electrical distribution plans according to budget constraints design factors or client needs.

• Develop and prepare distribution voltage packages for both overhead and underground projects including distribution equipment installation feeder replacement cable replacement and new feeder design.
• Develop and prepare design sketches cost estimates bill of materials and other required deliverables.
• Perform various distribution calculations including cable pulling voltage drop and pole loading calculations.
• Apply strong knowledge of NESC standards and utility standards guides specifications and procedures.
• Research and compile project-related data as required by the project managers.
• Prepare and disseminate project communication regarding vegetation management third-party attachments right-of-way and outage planning.
• Develop client presentations reports and visualizations to demonstrate technical results and project status.

• Advanced understanding of design software such as AutoCAD MicroStation and Excel to develop the design deliverables.
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.
• Proficiency in distribution design software and GIS to aid in design (DDS ArcFM AUD BOUD etc.).
• Strong knowledge of electric distribution infrastructure and construction techniques.
• Strong knowledge regarding easements right-of-way and permitting for distribution projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both a team environment and independently.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail facilitation team building collaboration organization and problem-solving skills.

• Bachelors degree in drafting technology or related field and 7 years of related experience required OR
• Associate Degree and 8 years of related experience required OR
• 9 years progressive detailing and design experience (required in lieu of degree).

• 7 years of experience preferably in the utility or power industry.

• Medical Vision and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

This infrastructure engineering firm has been designing and building essential city and critical infrastructure since 1898 more than 125 years of continuous operation. Headquartered in Kansas City Missouri and operating from 75 offices across the U.S. and internationally the firm employs more than 14500 employee-owners and generates over $7.4 billion in annual revenue serving sectors including energy aviation water telecommunications transportation and healthcare. What sets this organization apart is its 100% employee-owned structure through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) aligning every full-time professionals incentives with company performance a model recognized with a 4.2-star Glassdoor rating across more than 1800 reviews with 87% of employees recommending it as a workplace and multiple Glassdoor Best Places to Work designations. Teams here include civil and structural engineers architects environmental scientists construction managers distribution designers and program management professionals who engage with complex consequential and often one-of-a-kind projects.

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking financial services technology life sciences biotech utilities and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-12307

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