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Electric Utility Distribution Designer

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KDM Engineering

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Location:
United States , Chicago

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Salary:

60000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

KDM Engineering is searching for an Electric Utility Distribution Designer to perform detailed designs of overhead and /or underground electric utility systems. This work includes the preparation of field notes, drawings, specifications, and estimates for review and approval by the Senior Design staff client Design staff and engineers.

Job Responsibility:

  • Design and prepare independently, construction documents related to overhead, underground facilities associated with electric distribution systems and telecommunication networks and infrastructure following client standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.
  • Contact landowners and/or their agents, to obtain appropriate permissions and approvals for new utility infrastructure to be installed.
  • Apply the client’s standards, guidelines, specifications, practices and procedures or appropriate industry standards in preparing layouts of overhead and/or underground electric distribution facilities and telecommunication facilities.
  • Prepare design sketches, cost estimates, bill of materials and any other required documents and reports for construction and maintenance projects.
  • Prepare and submit required reports and correspondence.
  • Utilize client and Company information systems to track and update design activities
  • Have a working knowledge of the practices and procedures pertaining to technical matters in electric distribution design.
  • Document controls.

Requirements:

  • Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS) and Certification in AutoCAD
  • Proficiency in AutoCad, Civil3D
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • 3-5 years’ experience in Utility Design & underground cable and Conduit experience.
  • Ability to handle contacts with clients and other agencies in connection with project design responsibilities.
  • Excellent written and oral communication
  • Familiarity with basic computer software and operating systems.
  • Must be willing to comply with all pre-employment screening, including but not limited to, drug testing, reference verification, education and employment verification, and background screening
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Possess a valid Driver’s License

Nice to have:

  • Electric Distribution Design
  • Electrical Engineering
  • GIS Systems
  • Work Management Systems (Asset Suite 8, WMIS, Passport)
  • Pole Loading/Conductor Sag analysis (Pole foreman/O-Calc/SpidaCalc)
  • Preparation of cost estimates, specifications, evaluations, and requisitions.
  • Perform distribution system design calculations.
  • Coordinate design deliverables to meet project schedules.
  • Acquire field data necessary to prepare the appropriate design
  • NESC clearance and loading specifications
  • Plan and Profile Design
What we offer:
  • Positive team environment
  • Competitive salaries
  • Flexible schedules
  • Growth opportunities
  • Training and professional development
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances
  • Paid time-off.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Volunteer leave
  • HSA
  • Transit program
  • Parental and maternity leave
  • Supportive management
  • Professional development assistance
  • team-building outings
  • Laidback office culture, including pool table, arcade games, and happy hour
  • Meditation space, Wellness room, and nursing mothers’ room

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 21, 2026

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