Upper Peninsula Power Company · 2 days ago
Electric Distribution System Designer
Ishpeming, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$50.37/hr - $50.37/hr
3+ years expUpper Peninsula Power Company is seeking an Electric Distribution System Designer to join their team. In this role, you will design electric distribution systems that support community needs and ensure safe, build-ready solutions through collaboration with engineers and contractors.
EnergyEnergy ManagementHydroelectricPower Grid
Hiring Manager
Jody Johnson
Responsibilities
Design electric distribution systems that serve our communities—creating clear construction plans, sketches, and GIS as-builts for extensions, upgrades, relocations, and system improvements
Analyze design options, apply distribution standards, specify materials, and use design tools to deliver safe, build-ready solutions
Coordinate with engineers, operations, contractors, and other utilities to support joint facilities and smooth project execution
Prepare accurate cost estimates by calculating material, labor, equipment, and contractor costs, and supporting bid packages and proper accounting
Develop and maintain material requirements, updating changes as projects evolve
Support project execution alongside Regional Engineers and Operations Supervisors—communicating clearly, resolving issues, and providing technical support during construction
Process work orders end-to-end, including researching customer needs, gathering system data, supporting locates, securing permits and easements, and reviewing as-builts
Deliver reliable, high-quality service by following UPPCO standards, policies, and regulatory requirements—and supporting restoration efforts when needed
Build strong customer relationships by meeting on site, explaining options clearly, and responding promptly to questions
Communicate effectively in person and in writing, using phones, email, text, and two-way radios
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reading technical publications, networking, and assisting with testing of new software and software changes
Qualification
Required
Vocational degree in electric power distribution, successful completion of ICS Lineman's Course or equivalent training required
3 years' experience designing electrical facilities, or 4 years' constructing electric utility distribution systems required
Effective communication skills and experience interacting with customers in a service delivery environment required
Proficiency with computers including Windows-based PCs, word processing, and spreadsheets required; experience with (or ability to become proficient with) SAP and estimating software
Mechanical and computational aptitude required as you will read maps and construction documents, sketch drawings, and work with contracts and other documents pertinent to electric utilities
Valid driver's license required and be comfortable working where the work is, including frequent travel between locations and a mix of office and field responsibilities
Must reside within 30 minutes of assigned Service Center under normal driving conditions
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match.
Additional insurances at no cost to you: short and long-term disability, medical emergency transport, basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, and employee assistance.
Generous paid time off and nine paid holidays.
Company
Upper Peninsula Power Company
UPPCO is a utility company that provides electric power to consumers. It is a sub-organization of Integrys Energy Group.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$200M2014-09-16Debt Financing· $200M
Leadership Team
Gradon Haehnel
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
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