Power Distribution and Make Ready Designer (Remote)

SIGMA TECHNOLOGIES • Remote (Raleigh, North Carolina, United States) • 1m ago

Power Distribution and Make Ready Designer Overhead Utility Pole Design • Joint-Use Engineering • NESC-Compliant Make-Ready Work

Location: Raleigh, NC (Remote) 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 and 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

Requirements What we’re looking for

High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or higher in engineering, drafting, or a related field is preferred

Minimum 2 years of experience in make-ready engineering, joint-use design, or electric power distribution design (3+ years strongly preferred)

Proven experience in utility pole design, including NESC application, clearance analysis, pole loading concepts, and preparation of construction-ready design packages

Proficiency with CAD or MicroStation; experience with DDS, Katapult, O-Calc, or similar utility design platforms is strongly preferred

Solid understanding of power distribution construction practices, with the ability to learn utility-specific proprietary systems efficiently

Must hold a valid driver’s license, maintain active auto insurance, and pass all required background, drug, and MVR screenings

Authorization to work in the United States is required

Willingness to travel occasionally, including minimal overnight travel when project needs require

Ability to work a standard Monday–Friday schedule aligned to Eastern Time, with Central/Mountain/Pacific adjustments as appropriate

Physical requirements

Ability to work for extended periods using a computer keyboard, monitor, and telephone

Ability to prepare and analyze data, review detailed information, and work with design tools requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment

Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written channels

About Sigma Technologies Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with 500+ team members across 30+ states. For over 25 years, we’ve supported major power and telecommunications utilities with work that directly impacts communities nationwide. Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — shape how we work and who we hire. We are TeamSigma.

What we offer

No-cost monthly healthcare plan option for employees

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma

401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Education and professional licensing assistance programs

This job advertisement is intended to outline the primary responsibilities and requirements of the role. It is not all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. This ad does not constitute an employment agreement, and job requirements may change based on organizational needs.

Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any classification protected by law.

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