[Hiring] Designer - Electric Utilities @Cordoba Corporation

Role Description

Cordoba Corporation is seeking a Designer to join our Energy-Electric team. As a Designer, you will be responsible for designing and analyzing Overhead and Underground electric utility lines. This role involves working on projects that contribute to the development and enhancement of power infrastructure.

• Work with engineering and design team to produce and/or review overhead and underground distribution design packages.
• Prepare construction drawings, materials inventory (install and removals), voltage drop calculations, environmental/FAA/permitting releases, easements, fielding photos, and notes, distribution planning coordination requests, and GIS maps.
• Understand and apply knowledge of overhead or underground electric utility designs and construction standards, applicable codes, and industry practice to produce reliable and technically sound designs and/or quality control reviews.
• Review design documents and drawings for accuracy and completeness, addressing any discrepancies or issues identified during the review process.
• Provide clear and concise comments and justifications where design deficiencies are observed.
• Review revised designs for incorporation of comments.
• Identify trends or new issues and communicate with management to review along with potential solutions.
• Ensure and maintain compliance with applicable company and client standards and procedures.
• Provide technical support to junior designers.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of department and company goals.
• Participate in special projects or tasks as required.

Qualifications

• Designer I: High School Diploma/GED Equivalent required
• 1-3+ years of experience in Electric utility design within new business and/or system hardening required
• Experience with design and analysis for Overhead and Underground projects required
• Proficiency in calculating voltage drop and flicker required
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations
• Proficiency using O-Calc and AutoCAD design software required
• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to provide technical support to junior designers preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Work Location: Remote in Pleasanton, Bakersfield, or San Diego CA
• Pay Range: $28.00 - $43.00 per hour
• Travel: Up to 20% travel within CA
• Visa Sponsorship: Legal authorization to work in the U.S.A. on a full-time basis without sponsorship
• Physical Requirements: Ability to pass a pre-authorized physical including a drug-screening and background check
• Designer II: High School Diploma/GED Equivalent required
• 3-5+ years of experience in electrical utility design
• Experience with design and analysis for Overhead and Underground projects required
• Proficiency in calculating voltage drop and flicker required
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards and regulations
• Proficiency using O-Calc and AutoCAD design software required
• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using SAP software preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience providing technical support to junior designers
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Pay Range: $34.00 – 48.00 per hour
• Work Location: Remote in Pleasanton, Bakersfield, or San Diego CA
• Travel: Up to 20% travel within CA
• Visa Sponsorship: Legal authorization to work in the U.S.A. on a full-time basis without sponsorship
• Physical Requirements: Ability to pass a pre-authorized physical including a drug-screening and background check

Benefits

• Multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance.
• Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire.
• Paid AD&D and life insurance.
• 401k with an industry leading employer match.
• Generous vacation and sick leave accruals.
• 9 paid holidays and other forms of paid time off.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans.
• Employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Company Description

Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy.

• National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim.
• Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.”
• Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence.