Designer

Career Opportunity DESIGNER 1 - 3 Kansas City, Missouri BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi‑trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family‑owned and family‑run company employing thousands of highly skilled professionals across North America, with nearly 100 years of experience in delivering operational excellence and customer‑focused solutions. ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Black & McDonald’s engineering team is growing! If you are an independent, enthusiastic, and driven professional searching for an opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. Black & McDonald actively seeks a Designer with knowledge of Electrical Utility and Communication distribution systems. Projects involve surveying and designing existing electric utility and communications distribution systems in accordance with NESC codes and Utility Owner requirements. Duties and Responsibilities Perform electric utility pole loading analysis studies using O-CALC Software or PLS CADD Design and layout of electric utility distribution system projects in customer GIS and process platforms Deliver completed design projects/work orders on time, according to customer specifications and through a customer process database Occasionally participate in the acquisition of field data to accomplish the design or to monitor and evaluate equipment performance Follow quality practice and procedures by self‑checking all work product and checking the work of others as required Follow safety procedures Maintain the GIS database with information from sources including work management systems, as‑built construction drawings, work orders, completion records, field reports or other information from the job sponsor Process and approve completion records, perform manual or computer aided drafting using AutoCAD Perform and update records and maps in ArcMap Produce and distribute construction work orders and job packets Communicate with Designers and Engineers Work effectively in a team environment Learn non‑industry standard drafting and mapping software Additional duties as assigned Competency Requirements Communicates Effectively Continuous Learning Customer Focus Problem Solving and Innovation Teamwork and Collaboration Strategic Perspective Education Requirements Associate degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) program Bachelor of Science in a STEM program preferred Work Experience Requirements Designer1 0–1 years of industry experience Good understanding of mathematical principles Minimal experience using software such as PLS‑CADD, O‑Calc, or GIS Motivated to learn the needs of the position Designer2 1–3 years of industry experience Moderate experience using software such as PLS‑CADD, O‑Calc, Pole Foreman and/or GIS Basic understanding of designing electric utility and communication systems Basic knowledge of applicable codes such as the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and the National Electric Code (NEC) Designer3 3+ years of industry experience Extensive experience using software such as PLS‑CADD, O‑Calc, Pole Foreman and/or GIS Substantial knowledge of electric utility and communication systems Advanced knowledge of applicable codes such as the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and the National Electric Code (NEC) Self‑motivated and doesn’t require much direct supervision Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr