Electrical Lead Designer 1 / Lead Designer 1

Summary

Performs para-professional engineering design, field staking and project management for reactive and planned distribution projects under general supervision.

Essential Functions

• Design & prepare technical drawings for overhead, underground and street light facility construction;
• Perform field work including surveying, layout staking and inspection;
• Interact/communicate with stakeholders including members of the public, customers, contractors, consultants, developers and LP&L/COL staff;
• Resolve conflicts, develop design solutions and manage multiple medium scale distribution projects;
• Prepare cost estimates, submit invoicing information for utility cost recovery fees;
• Analyze customer needs and perform calculations to determine required sizes and types of various electrical equipment and components;
• Provide material lists for each project and forecast material needs for upcoming projects. Coordinate with COL Warehouse and LP&L Procurement to ensure required materials are available;
• Coordinate with COL and TXDOT to acquire permits where required;
• Provide budget and manage capital improvement project expenditures;
• Upon completion of new construction projects, ensure data is accurately updated in GIS database;
• Attend weekly COL site review meetings as needed;
• Attend meetings as needed with customers and project representatives;
• Respond to emergency call-out as needed during system restoration;
• Respond to inquiries and complaints regarding projects;
• Perform related duties as required;

Qualifications

Completion of an associate’s degree in engineering or related field, with an additional five years of technical engineering, electric utility project management or electric utility construction experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following knowledge and abilities:

Certified Associate in Project Management, (CAPM) Preferred

Texas Drivers License Required

Physical Exam Required

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of electric distribution utility design and construction;
• Mathematical calculations for sizing of electrical equipment.

Ability to:

• Work effectively under pressure.
• Operate a computer using Microsoft suite products, GIS design software & survey equipment;
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbal and written;
• Effectively work with co-workers, public and other departments;
• Quickly adapt to fast paced, dynamic schedule;
• Provide excellent customer service.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently stand and walk during shift;
• Occasionally climb stairs, ladders and inclined surfaces;
• Frequently bend and kneel during shift;
• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds;
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
• Frequently push and pull objects;
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;
• Place arms above, at or below shoulder height;
• Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.