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Kiewit

Distribution Designer

Raleigh, NC ยท On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Perform pole loading analyses, structure selection, conductor design, and routing layouts. * Assist engineers in developing distribution line designs that meet client, utility, and regulatory ...

Stantec

Distribution Engineering Manager

Sacramento, CA ยท On-site

Our flexible, collaborative environment is designed to empower exceptional people to grow, lead and ... S. Distribution Line professionals and oversee the alignment of people, project delivery, and ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for distribution line designer in the United States is $65,444.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,500.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a distribution line designer?

Distribution Line Designers are professionals responsible for planning and designing the layout of electrical distribution lines that deliver power from substations to homes, businesses, and other end users. They use specialized software and engineering principles to determine the most efficient and safe routes for overhead and underground power lines. Their work includes creating detailed drawings, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations, and coordinating with engineers, utility companies, and local authorities throughout the design process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a distribution line designer?

A Distribution Line Designer needs a solid understanding of electrical engineering principles, utility standards, and relevant technical training, often supported by an associate degree or equivalent field experience. Familiarity with CAD software, GIS mapping systems, and utility design tools is typically required, along with knowledge of industry codes and regulations. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication with teams and clients are standout soft skills for this role. These skills ensure accurate, safe, and efficient design of electrical distribution systems, directly impacting project quality and reliability.

What are some common challenges faced by distribution line designers when coordinating with field crews and engineers?

Distribution Line Designers often need to balance technical design requirements with real-world field conditions. One common challenge is ensuring that their designs are both practical and safe for field crews to implement, which requires close communication to address site-specific obstacles such as terrain or existing infrastructure. Additionally, designers must regularly collaborate with engineers to resolve issues related to load calculations, permitting, and compliance with regulatory standards. Effective teamwork and adaptability are crucial for ensuring projects stay on schedule and meet all necessary specifications.

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Senior Electric Distribution Designer

Fort Worth, TX โ€ข On-site

M&S Engineering LLC
Engineering Professional Servicesย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about M&S Engineering LLCexternal

$97K - $104K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

M&S Engineering, LLC seeks qualified candidates that are highly organized, energetic, self-motivated with the ability to work independently or as a team for the non-exempt position of Senior Electric Distribution Designer. The position will produce electric distribution field designs, staking of distribution facilities, project estimation and preparation of construction prints using electronic design/estimation software in accordance with the client's standards of construction and specifications.
This position will report to the office and is not remote.
Requirements Include:
  • Six (6) years๏ฟฝ prior experience with electric distribution design and estimation.
  • Strong background in both overhead and underground electric distribution line design, standards of construction and design guidelines.
  • Must possess a High school diploma or equivalent, ability to pass background check and drug screening and possess a current Texas Driver's License with an insurable driving record.

Required Duties and Responsibilities Include:
  • Ability to represent self professionally in both M&S and the client's image while meeting with property owners, other engineering firms and construction resources.
  • Ability to stay abreast with the changing technologies, work planning, and design methodologies associated with Electric Distribution Design.
  • Ability to mentor and/or train others staff members to transfer personal design knowledge to others.
  • Proficient with the design of both overhead and underground electric distribution facilities.
  • Recognition of electric distribution framing and components 4kV through 35kV, to initiate designs for construction or reconstruction of both overhead and underground distribution facilities.
  • Use of electronic design/estimation software to prepare cost estimates using unitized labor and material units, work instructions and construction sketches as detailed by client.
  • Use of surveying equipment and gathering of geospatial points.
  • Ability to interpret and apply the NESC to electric distribution line design.
  • Ability to provide all information and interpret the processes for permit acquisition involving TxDOT, City, County, State and Federal applications.
  • Ability to perform distribution line design calculations for structure loading, guying, geometric angle calculations, conductor sag interpretation, unitized framing design, construction practices and construction safety guidelines using industry tools and methods.
  • Ability to take personal responsibility for the quality, accuracy and time constraints of work product.
  • Possess strong analytical and technical problem solving skills.
  • Ability to multi-task several projects through different requirements of design iterations and priority shifts.
  • Proficient with the use of a laptop computer, and related software programs including, MS Outlook, MS Excel and MS Word.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
  • Strong skills of time management and multi-tasking.
  • Ability to work outdoors for extended hours in various climate conditions and travel, including overnight stays for up to five nights.
  • Ability to walk over and across various terrain and carry surveying instruments, field and staking equipment for the purpose of laying out staking for Electric Distribution Design.
  • Ability to use tools to clear brush, or shallow excavation to locate property identifiers for the purpose of staking and design of distribution facilities.

Desired Duties and Responsibilities Include:
  • Prefer an Associate's degree or certificate in Electric Power Technology.
  • Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of electrical distribution systems.
  • Knowledge of joint construction and electric utility best practices.
  • Prefer the ability to interpret property line boundary, topographic surveys, as-built surveys, construction staking, ROW staking and collection of geospatial points.
  • Prefer the ability to research and collect property deed information at record facilities for the evaluation of existing or proposed easements, establish ownership information and definition of property boundaries.

Benefits:
  • Salary commensurate with experience
  • Employer paid health/dental/vision insurance
  • Employer paid STD/LTD
  • Life Insurance
  • Candidate referral bonus
  • 401k retirement plan with employer match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Earned vacation time

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