MasTec Professional Services provides results-driven engineering, design, and integrated services to the power, oil & gas pipeline, and gas distribution industries. With a genesis in construction and a skilled team of multidiscipline engineers and project management professionals, we deliver end-to-end solutions for infrastructure projects across the country. Committed to excellence in every aspect of our work, we create collaborative partnerships with our clients by building trust and consistently delivering the highest standards of performance.
MasTec Professional Services Company is a subsidiary of MasTec, a certified Minority-Controlled Company by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC).
Job Summary
As the Lead Power Distribution Designer, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing the design and implementation of power distribution systems as well as assist in training, coaching, and developing a team of designers and junior engineers. Project types will include design of aerial and underground electric network distribution lines. Position will work under the supervision of a Project Manager and report up to Area Manager. Selected candidate must be comfortable working a Hybrid schedule (2-3 days in office).
Lead the design and development of power distribution systems, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and optimal performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and develop design solutions that meet project objectives.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior designers and team members.
Apply design standards to underground and aerial pole line cable plant, including: Joint Use Design, Pole Replacement, Primary Service, and Reliability/Maintenance Design.
Review preliminary and final design drawings using computer aided drafting systems including review of bill of materials, cost estimates, and traffic control plans required to support construction.
Produce and review detailed design documentation including utility design system, line layout/routing, overhead and underground distribution, and identification of conflicting utilities.
Perform and review field surveys and prepare accurate field sketches; record verifications, prepare documentation and work order construction prints.
Field check design layouts and provide technical support for construction, including participation in construction planning, execution, quality control, and completion of the work.
Coordinate and attend design reviews of distribution projects for a utility customers.
Responsible for ongoing communication and timely identification of issues to the PM and pending or actual changes to the work performed that may impact costs, schedule, contract or customer relationship.
Contributes to and implements design modifications to improve quality of projects and process improvements.
Interface with vendors and on-site construction crews as required ensuring quality of construction, adherence to overall project schedule, and tracking of productivity goals.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience with the design of electrical distribution systems.
Minimum 5 years of experience designing power distribution systems.
Extensive knowledge of power distribution equipment and components.
Proficiency in using computer-aided design (CAD) software for system design and modeling.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and troubleshoot issues.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Preferred
Regional travel required, as needed for the job.
Ability to produce detailed and accurate structural modification drawings.