Distribution Designer

Orbital Engineering, Inc.

. Support Orbital Engineering's Utility Services team on projects in the greater St.

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $33,000 - $91,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in engineering design and fieldwork, with a strong understanding of electrical distribution assets and construction practices. Proficient in using design software and effectively communicating project statuses to clients and management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fieldwork ExperienceEngineering Design ProficiencyElectrical Distribution KnowledgeProficiency in Design SoftwareEffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Engineering DesignField Data AnalysisReading Engineering DrawingsConstruction DesignPole Loading SoftwareTechnical DesignData OrganizationProblem SolvingProject ManagementConstruction Modeling

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsEffective CommunicationPrioritizationDependabilityInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeSpida CalcO-CalcPole ForemanKatapultAutoCADDDSClient Proprietary Software

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

National Electric Safety CodeUtility ServicesConstruction EnvironmentSafe Work PracticesPPE ApplicationsEnergized SubstationsClient-Site Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Orbital Engineering's Utility Services team on projects in the greater St. Louis, Missouri area
Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and construction situations in the field, including rights-of-way
Apply National Electric Safety Code standards, client standards, federal, state, and local guidelines to complete engineering designs
Develop pole replacement, communication space rearrangement, joint-use, and make-ready construction designs
Analyze field-collected data and imagery and update applicable software packages for design implementation
Use client proprietary software and equipment in the engineering design workflow
Facilitate new attachment permitting processes when needed
Communicate with coworkers and clients to determine effective engineering design solutions
Complete assigned work according to project schedules and budgets
Communicate project status regularly with management
Communicate with clients to determine cost-effective project solutions
Provide timely documentation and support to accounting functions to ensure projects are on budget and properly accounted for
Transcribe notes and use measuring devices to organize field data
Conduct frequent driving, walking, standing, navigating, and fieldwork throughout the design process
Attend client-site meetings and interact with the general public, landowners, and operators
Coordinate with utility personnel during field activities in energized substations when required

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED required with 3+ years of experience in fieldwork or a construction environment, drafting, utility experience, or technical design
Associate's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline with 0-2 years of experience, with interest in fieldwork or surveying
Must reside within approximately a one hour radius of St. Louis, MO
Must be an organized person who can keep data organized from start to finish on a project
Ability to prioritize work on multiple projects and effectively communicate project statuses
Computer proficiency including general Microsoft Office products, design, and business enterprise software
Effective written and oral communication at all levels within an organizational structure
Reasoning skills and ability to solve practical problems
Dependable transportation
Valid driver's license with insurance
Ability to pass a fit for duty test
Ability to work from home and an office setting, as required
Ability to pass a post-offer drug and alcohol test, including marijuana, in compliance with Federal regulations
Subject to random drug and alcohol testing as a condition of continued employment
Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/schematics
Working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction
Familiarity with pole loading or construction modeling software such as Spida Calc, O-Calc, Pole Foreman, Katapult, AutoCAD, or DDS
Familiarity with design and checking practices for engineering drawings and deliverables
Familiarity with Safe Work Practices and PPE applications
Willingness to travel overnight or for extended periods based on project assignment
Ability to work in all weather conditions and residential, commercial, and industrial areas
Ability to attend client-site meetings and interact with the general public, including landowners and operators
Ability to coordinate with utility personnel when entering energized extra-high-voltage substations up to 745kV

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Career advancement opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Prescription drug coverage
401(k) retirement savings plan
Supplemental insurance options
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid AD&D insurance
Company-paid short-term disability coverage
Company-paid maternity and bonding leave
Generous paid time off program
Remote work arrangement