Entergy · 1 day ago
Distribution Designer
Jackson, MS
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expEntergy is a provider of essential services, and they are seeking a Distribution Designer to manage multiple distribution projects for new residential and commercial businesses. The role involves meeting with customers, designing overhead and underground line extensions, and coordinating construction commitments.
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Responsibilities
Primary responsibility will be to manage multiple distribution projects for new residential and commercial businesses. Includes meeting with customers to determine their service needs, design of overhead and underground line extensions, estimating costs, preparing construction drawings and coordinate construction commits
Coordinate and lead pre-design and pre-construction meetings with internal and external stakeholders
Perform engineering calculations to aid in planning and corrective measure projects (i.e., load studies, revenue justification, fault current, voltage drop, etc.)
Provide leadership and technical support to local operations and contract compliance with regards to distribution design standards and practices to provide seamless service to customers and external constituents
Aid local Right of Way agent with acquiring permits and ROW documents
Assist with storm restoration efforts as needed both local and out of town leading and/or participating in damage assessment activities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (any discipline) OR
2-year Technical Associates degree OR
1-year Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience OR
> 2 years of Electric Utility field operational experience (Transmission Line or Substation, Distribution Line or Service, Field Metering) OR
Department Sr. Manager's (or above) approval in lieu of all requirements
2 years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience AND
Bachelor's degree (any discipline) OR
2-year Technical Associates degree OR
2 additional years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience OR
> 2 years of Electric Utility field operational experience (Transmission Line or Substation, Distribution Line or Service, Field Metering) OR
Department Sr. Manager's (or above) approval in lieu of all requirements
4 years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience AND
Bachelor's degree (any discipline) OR
2-year Technical Associates degree OR
2 additional years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience OR
> 2 years of Electric Utility field operational experience (Transmission Line or Substation, Distribution Line or Service, Field Metering) OR
Department Sr. Manager's (or above) approval in lieu of all requirements
6 years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience AND
Bachelor's degree (any discipline) OR
2-year Technical Associates degree OR
2 additional years Electric Utility Distribution (or Transmission) Design experience OR
> 2 years of Electric Utility field operational experience (Transmission Line or Substation, Distribution Line or Service, Field Metering) OR
Department Sr. Manager's (or above) approval in lieu of all requirements
Good interpersonal skills along with strong written and oral communication skills
Good knowledge of personal computer operations and related software
Basic theory of electricity. Ability to interpret construction drawings
Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities
Ability to work well under pressure
Self-motivated and dependable team player
Good math skills
Familiar with National Electrical Safety Code and National Electrical Code
Required to work safely and follow all Entergy safety policies and procedures
Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and mitigate the hazards
Ability to maintain and care for Company equipment properly and safeguard assets
Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service
Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base
Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement
Must have valid driver's license and good driving record
Company
Entergy
At Entergy (NYSE: ETR), we power life.
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Funding
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$1.3B2025-03-17Post Ipo Equity· $1.3B
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Drew Marsh
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