Designer - Electric Utilities
Overview
Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and program management firm based in California and we are seeking a Designers to join our Energy-Electric team. As a Designer, you will be responsible for designing and analyzing Overhead and Underground electric utility lines. This role involves working on projects that contribute to the development and enhancement of power infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have experience in electric utility design as well as knowledge of industry practices and standards. The Designer plays a pivotal role in maintaining industry standards, implementing innovative solutions, and providing technical expertise.
Responsibilities
- Work with engineering and design team to produce and/or review overhead and underground distribution design packages.
- Prepare construction drawings, materials inventory (install and removals), voltage drop calculations, environmental/FAA/permitting releases, easements, fielding photos, and notes, distribution planning coordination requests, and GIS maps.
- Understand and apply knowledge of overhead or underground electric utility designs and construction standards, applicable codes, and industry practice to produce reliable and technically sound designs and/or quality control reviews.
- Review design documents and drawings for accuracy and completeness, addressing any discrepancies or issues identified during the review process.
- Provide clear and concise comments and justifications where design deficiencies are observed.
- Review revised designs for incorporation of comments.
- Identify trends or new issues and communicate with management to review along with potential solutions.
- Ensure and maintain compliance with applicable company and client standards and procedures.
- Provide technical support to junior designers.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of department and company goals.
- Participate in special projects or tasks as required.
Qualifications
Designer I
- High School Diploma/GED Equivalent required
- 1-3+ years of experience in Electric utility design within new business and/or system hardening required
- Experience with design and analysis for Overhead and Underground projects required
- Proficiency in calculating voltage drop and flicker required
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations
- Proficiency using O-Calc and AutoCAD design software required
- Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite
- Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to provide technical support to junior designers preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Work Location: Remote in Pleasanton, Bakersfield, or San Diego CA
Pay Range: $28.00 - $43.00 per hour
Travel: Up to 20% travel within CA
Visa Sponsorship: Legal authorization to work in the U.S.A. on a full-time basis without sponsorship
Physical Requirements: Ability to pass a pre-authorized physical including a drug-screening and background check
Designer II
- High School Diploma/GED Equivalent required
- 3-5+ years of experience in electrical utility design
- Experience with design and analysis for Overhead and Underground projects required
- Proficiency in calculating voltage drop and flicker required
- In-depth knowledge of industry standards and regulations
- Proficiency using O-Calc and AutoCAD design software required
- Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience using SAP software preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience providing technical support to junior designers
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Pay Range: $34.00 – 48.00 per hour
Work Location: Remote in Pleasanton, Bakersfield, or San Diego CA
Travel: Up to 20% travel within CA
Visa Sponsorship: Legal authorization to work in the U.S.A. on a full-time basis without sponsorship
Physical Requirements: Ability to pass a pre-authorized physical including a drug-screening and background ch