Electrical Lead Designer

## Summary

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

## Essential Functions

– Design and 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 LPandL/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 LPandL 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 associates 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 LicenseRequired

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 and 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.