Job Description Title: Utility Designer Comp: $60,000-$75,000 Location: Indianapolis, IN Our client is seeking immediate assistance in identifying a candidate for a Utility Designer direct hire position in the Indianapolis, IN area. Responsibilities: Prepare construction documents, capital improvement plans, schematics, one-line diagrams, utility maps, and staking plans for electrical utility projects Create site plans, profiles, details, sections, and bills of materials from engineer sketches, markups, and verbal direction Develop substation layouts, section cuts, grounding systems, lightning protection designs, and other utility infrastructure drawings Perform design calculations and support engineering analysis for conduit, grounding, and lightning protection systems Produce accurate design deliverables within project scope, budget, and schedule requirements Maintain and create utility system maps, construction plans, and capital improvement documentation Develop, manage, and distribute survey and aerial mapping datasets Organize and maintain GIS and geospatial data to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and long-term data integrity Support CAD and GIS quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes Assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of CAD and ESRI standards Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and designers to resolve design challenges and support project execution Travel less than 10%, primarily within Indiana Required Skills (Must Have): 1-3 years of experience in CAD design, drafting, GIS, or utility-related design work Proficiency with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, MicroStation, ESRI ArcGIS, and Microsoft Excel Understanding of drafting and GIS principles and best practices Experience creating and modifying engineering drawings using both 2D and 3D design applications Ability to interpret engineering sketches, markups, and technical requirements into completed design packages Experience coordinating CAD files, troubleshooting design issues, and improving drafting workflows Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary project environment Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and email applications Preferred Skills (Nice to Have): Experience supporting utility, transmission, distribution, or substation projects Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously High attention to detail and accountability for assigned work Experience developing or maintaining CAD and GIS standards Professional communication skills with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders Self-motivated with a desire to learn new software and technologies Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment #ID9515