Design Specialist – Subdivision Electric Distribution

ENTRUST Solutions Group

. Prepare and coordinate electric distribution designs for residential, commercial, and mixed-use subdivision developments .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeSan Antonio • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electric utility distribution design, including overhead and underground systems, while ensuring compliance with CPS Energy standards and local regulations. Proficient in project coordination, communication, and utilizing design software to deliver construction-ready packages.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electric Utility Distribution DesignMicroStationAutoCADGIS ApplicationsCPS Energy Standards

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Hard Skills

Conductor SizingVoltage Drop AnalysisEquipment SelectionLoad ForecastingUtility Design Standards

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsProject Coordination

Tools & Technologies

Utility Design SoftwareCYMEDDSPoleForeman

Certifications & Qualifications

EIT CertificationProgression Toward Professional Licensure

Industry Keywords

Residential SubdivisionCommercial DevelopmentUtility Infrastructure ProjectsPermitting RequirementsJoint-Use Coordination

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Switching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and coordinate electric distribution designs for residential, commercial, and mixed-use subdivision developments
Design overhead and underground distribution facilities, including primary and secondary systems, conduit and duct bank systems, transformers, switching equipment, service extensions, customer connections, and pole line layouts
Develop construction-ready design packages using GIS, MicroStation, AutoCAD, and utility design software
Review subdivision plats, civil plans, load requirements, and utility constraints
Coordinate with CPS Energy personnel, developers, municipalities, permitting agencies, and consulting engineers
Conduct field visits and site assessments
Perform conductor sizing, voltage drop analysis, equipment selection, and load forecasting
Ensure compliance with CPS Energy standards, NEC, NESC, and local municipal and permitting requirements
Participate in quality assurance and quality control reviews
Track project schedules, milestones, and deliverables across multiple active projects
Resolve utility review comments and design revisions to achieve timely approvals
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, designers, and clients to support project delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in electric utility distribution design
Experience supporting residential subdivision, commercial development, or utility infrastructure projects
Working knowledge of overhead and underground distribution systems
Familiarity with CPS Energy standards or experience supporting investor-owned or municipal utility projects
Experience using MicroStation, AutoCAD, GIS applications, or utility distribution design software
Strong understanding of utility construction practices, permitting requirements, and utility design standards
Excellent communication, organizational, and project coordination skills
Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Drafting, GIS, or related field; equivalent experience considered
Preferred: Experience supporting CPS Energy subdivision development programs
Preferred: Knowledge of joint-use coordination and developer-driven utility projects
Preferred: Experience performing electrical distribution calculations and system studies
Preferred: Exposure to CYME, DDS, PoleForeman, or similar utility design software
Preferred: EIT certification or progression toward professional licensure
Preferred: Previous experience coordinating directly with developers and municipal agencies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Employment Opportunity employer
Commitment to innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement
Opportunities to grow expertise and lead transformative projects
Opportunities to work on meaningful infrastructure projects
Company culture emphasizing innovation, collaboration, and employee empowerment