Designer Iii

Overview
Join us as we Rise to the Challenge
At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee's have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.
THE COMPANY
KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.
KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.
KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION
We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.
Benefits 2023
We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!
KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Duties, Responsibilities & Other

• Design and process Joint Use applications in accordance with local FCC timelines. Knowledgeable of requirements of various federal, state and county agencies.
• A successful candidate will demonstrate experience in performing distribution design specific to Joint Use for local utility company, including preparing make-ready drawings for both overhead facilities, along with coordinating with pole applicants on scope and schedule. Familiarity with NESC and local utility company pole attachment and design standards also required.
• Skills required will include: Working knowledge of primary distribution systems. Familiar with NESC clearance codes as they apply to secondary voltage and foreign attachments. Current knowledge of Smallworld based GIS systems, Pole Foreman and drafting capabilities using Microstation a plus. Must possess the ability to learn various software programs for design and asset management functions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma. AA in engineering technology or drafting required or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 - 4 years of professional experience.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

• Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures
• Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
• Complete other duties as required/assigned
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target(85% typical)
• Attend bi-weekly(or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
• Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
• Compare field data to base plan
• Design and draft construction drawings using standard engineering fundamentals for approval by Federal, state and local agencies
• Gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed
• Read and interpret technical documents needed for performance of job
• Review and interpret design manuals and details from local jurisdictions
• Size and specify design requirements
• Complete Annual Individual Training Program

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.