Power Distribution and Make Ready Designer (Remote)

Power Distribution and Make Ready Designer Overhead Utility Pole Design

• Joint-Use Engineering
• NESC-Compliant Make-Ready Work

Location:

Minneapolis, MN area / Remote (U.S.) Are you an experienced Power Distribution Designer or Make-Ready Designer looking to support meaningful utility engineering projects? Join a team that values accuracy , collaboration , and long-term professional growth . ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are seeking skilled Make-Ready Designers (primary focus) and Power Distribution Designers to support engineering programs for major electric and telecom utilities. Ideal candidates bring demonstrated experience in overhead utility pole design , NESC application , clearance assessment , pole loading analysis , and construction package development . Useful design platforms include DDS , Katapult , O-Calc , GIS , MicroStation , AutoCAD , or client-specific drafting systems. In this role, you will review field/walkout data , evaluate existing attachment conditions , model pole loading , determine make-ready requirements , and prepare accurate construction-ready deliverables . Applicants without utility pole design or distribution engineering experience will not be considered. Note : This position is remote, but new hires must attend a 2-week paid, in-person orientation at our Perrysburg, OH headquarters. WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Execute overhead distribution or make-ready design work orders while meeting quality, time, and budget expectations
• Apply established engineering design standards , NESC requirements , and internal processes
• Perform end-to-end make-ready , joint-use , and/or general distribution design
• Conduct permitting and easement research (pole ownership, ROW, property rights, approvals)
• Collaborate with team members to resolve design challenges and ensure accurate deliverables
• Use design software such as AutoCAD , MicroStation , DDS , PoleForeman , O-Calc , Katapult , or client systems
• Perform quality control reviews when required
• Support additional duties as assigned TOP COMPETENCIES & SKILLS Make-Ready Engineering, Joint-Use Design, Pole Loading Analysis, Utility Pole Design, Overhead Distribution Design, NESC Compliance, Utility Engineering, Pole Attachments, Make-Ready Construction, Aerial Design, Utility Coordination, Right-of-Way Permitting, Pole Replacement Design, Make-Ready Estimates, Field Survey Interpretation, CAD for Utility Design, GIS for Utility Design, Electrical Distribution Design, Utility Construction Standards, Telecommunications Make-Ready