Distribution Designer
12 days ago
Madison
Job Description Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 1,800+ passionate team members across 55+ locations and growing! Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards: • Nine consecutive years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" (#16) by Zweig Group, • Recognized as #10 in the "Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms" in the U.S. by Zweig Group, • Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region., • Recognized in Crains "Fast 50" as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan., • Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies. Position Overview: As a Distribution Designer at Atwell, you will play a crucial role in supporting project teams through meticulous design work on both overhead and underground distribution electrical facilities. This position involves addressing intricate engineering challenges across a variety of projects, working with electric utilities and private developers. Key Responsibilities: • Distribution Overhead lines:, • Pole replacement, PCB transformer replacements, large infrastructure projects and line expansions., • Distribution generation, line refurbishment, and new construction (wood and composite poles)., • Grid Modernization: Smart switches & battery storage:, • Switch replacements, internal line conversions, rebuilds, voltage conversions and major projects., • Distribution Underground lines:, • Replacement of underground feeders including but not limited to identifying splicing, installation of vaults, kiosks, and switch gears., • Designs including overhead to underground transitions., • New Customer connections, • Subdivision design, • Street lighting, • Upgrade work on existing customer connections, • Design overhead and underground distribution electrical facilities and also work on projects including but not limited to: system improvement pole locations, substation design, and service design., • Address engineering challenges on diverse projects of varying sizes and scopes., • Collaborate with electric utilities and private developers., • Provide additional project support by drafting documents and computations and local permit applications., • Maintain a keen focus on precision, sense of urgency, and technical expertise., • Strong knowledge of NESC, PENG (overhead and underground) and client requirements., • Design experience working on distribution, transmission, system improvement projects, substation design, service design, and/or switch replacements., • Proficiency in AutoCAD is required., • Apply problem-solving abilities for large utility clients., • Utilize and learn engineering software packages for distribution design., • Communicate effectively with Project Manager and Team Leader on workload status to meet chargeability goals., • Strong math and engineering skills, including structural analysis, sag analysis, basic algebra, and geometry., • Knowledge of Rural Utilities Service (RUS) standards, • Working experience in the field of electric distribution, natural gas distribution, substation, and/or communications (i.e. fiber)., • DDS (Distribution Design Studio) experience is preferred. Pay Range - $25.00 - $50.00 #LI-TK1 Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs. Work/Life: • Generous Paid Time Off, • Paid Parental Leave, • Flexible work schedules are available for some positions, • Competitive Compensation packages, • Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards, • 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation, • Tuition Assistance, • Student Loan Repayment up to $25K, • Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals, • Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure, • Employee Referrals up to $5,000, • Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.), • Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP), • Family Planning & IVF Benefits, • Pet Insurance, • Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options, • Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance, • Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness, • Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services