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Taylor, MI /

 Designer -- Industrial Commercial Energy / Full-time / Hybrid

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What We Offer:

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description:

We are looking for an Electric Distribution Designer to join our ICE team to help improve infrastructure in our Michigan offices. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of direct experience in electrical distribution design within a utility setting. The Electrical Distribution Designer will be responsible for designing, planning and coordinating low voltage electric distribution projects. This role requires a solution-oriented individual who can maintain high-quality standards while adhering to tight deadlines.The candidate must also be self-motivated, work well with others, and have excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.

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Typical responsibilities include:

- - Design electrical distribution systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client specifications. - Collaborate with clients, project managers, and team members to gather project requirements and provide updates on progress. - Communicate with public to inform them of associated upcoming project work in their area to minimize disruption and maintain community engagement.  - Complete asset assessment of overhead and underground electric equipment.  - Produce detailed design documentation, including drawings and specifications, while ensuring accuracy and completeness. - Complete engineering functions and calculations (i.e. voltage drop, flicker, etc.) - Perform site assessments and feasibility studies for proposed projects. - Prepare and facilitate requests for forestry, permitting and Right-of-Way acquisition.  - Perform detailed analysis of utility poles utilizing PoleForeman software.  - Prepare joint pole authorizations.  - Provide technical oversight and QAQC of team designs and analysis.  - Maintain organized project files and documentation for easy retrieval and reference. - Contribute to a positive team environment, fostering collaboration and open communication. - Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices through ongoing training and professional development. - Maintain a safe working environment.

Education:

- - High school diploma is required - Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience is preferred

Skills/Experience:

2+ years of experience in electrical distribution design, preferably with a utility co