Civil Engineering Designer II

Minimum Pay Rate: $48.65 per hour

Maximum Pay Rate: $59.27 per hour

Apply by Date: 10/02/2026

Posting Type: Open

Official SMUD Classification Title: Engineering Designer II

The intent of this posting is to fill one (1) regular full-time position and create an eligibility list that may be used to fill permanent or limited-term vacancies for the next two (2) years.

The Civil Engineering group is seeking an Engineering Designer II to prepare engineering design drawings using AutoCAD and Revit in support of substation, underground, and overhead utility projects. In this role, the incumbent will perform computer-aided design and drafting work, create and revise engineering drawings, and support the design of more complex distribution lines and facilities as well as routine drafting and drawing design work for substations

Application Preparation: As part of the application process, candidates will be required to answer a supplemental questions when submitting their application. Please be advised, "Refer to resume" responses will not be accepted.

Purpose

Under general supervision, performs the design of more complex distribution lines and facilities and completes routine drafting and drawing design work for substations. Incumbents perform assigned tasks in all areas and may rotate through various assignments.

Nature and Scope

The Engineering Designer II classification is the intermediate level of the Designer series. Employees in this classification perform the full scope of the line design process including the design of the more complex distribution lines and facilities. This classification is differentiated from the Engineering Designer I level by its ability to work on one's own producing basic line design jobs, and the complexity and technical difficulty of the work. Incumbents advance to the Designer III level by learning design and construction practices and processes necessary to perform higher-level design and coordination work. Employees are required to progress from Engineering Designer Level I to III over a 60-month period. It takes approximately 2 years to progress from an Engineering Designer I to an Engineering Designer II. It may take up to 3 years to progress from an Engineering Designer II to an Engineering Designer III, the journey level. Engineering Designer IV is a promotional position within the classification series.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs computer aided design CAD and manual drafting processes and systems.
• Creates and revises engineering drawings; follows design guidelines, drafting/mapping standards, construction methods, processes, terminology and procedures associated with distribution line and substation design.
• Performs all elements related to the design and job closure of basic distribution lines and facilities including inspections.
• Perform field investigations to gather data necessary for the development of job packages.
• Performs the basic types of overhead and underground line design such as those for meter and service, night-lights, line extensions, and subdivisions; learns to perform the design of more complex distribution lines and facilities.
• Advises customers, electricians, and contractors of proper locations of meter and service points, minimum sizes and types of wire and switches required by various codes and standards.
• Assists in determining the need for permits, rights-of-way, easements, and encroachments and to work with the appropriate agencies, customers, developers, and property owners to obtain the required documents.
• Takes customer calls and initiates and updates service orders and account information through the CIS computer system.
• Compiles information from customers necessary to prepare and release work packages.
• Clears brush and other obstructions as needed to support work in the field.

Required Education

High School diploma or equivalent, and sufficient formal and/or informal education to provide the necessary knowledge and skills.

Knowledge Of

Basic electrical distribution system design, operating principles, line design and construction standards, terminology, and symbols; mathematics, including algebra and trigonometry; basic calculations of electrical quantities, strengths, tensions, and clearances; materials, apparatus, equipment, and tools used in the electric utility industry; state construction codes and District standards; materials, methods, and equipment used in mechanical, free hand, and AutoCAD drawing and lettering; functions, authorities, and procedures of outside governmental agencies and other utilities.

Skills To

Operate computer based tools including computer aided design CAD systems, cost estimating and materials management, work management and document management systems; understand and apply electrical distribution line design basis and criteria; design work order packages for less complex and technical line construction projects; accurately develop/revise work sketches, facilities maps, and other engineering drawings; interpret and/or prepare a variety of maps, plans, survey notes, land/right-of-way documents, and construction plans; solve math problems using algebra and trigonometry; safely operate vehicles such as pickup trucks and vans; operate a personal computer and use application software such as word processing and spreadsheet applications; process and file documents according to established policies and procedures; apply safety regulations and construction codes; safely perform technical work in the field environment such as survey support, marking, taking measurements, and tracing wires; understand and utilize District policies, practices, procedures, rates, rules and service requirements; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; work with numbering and/or indexing systems.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in civil site design, including grading and drainage design
• Proficiency in concrete foundation and steel structure detailing
• Knowledge of survey topographic drawings
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, including blocks, external references, sheet sets, and general drafting techniques
• Experience with Civil 3D, specifically geolocation, plan and profile creation, grading, points, and surfaces
• Familiarity with Raster Design and raster editing tools
• Experience with Vault Pro for document management
• Skills in 3D modeling and Revit software
• Demonstrated understanding of local and jurisdictional engineering standards

Physical Requirements

Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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On-site Work

This role will be an on-site role that will require being in person at one of SMUD's campuses daily to complete work tasks.

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