Assistant Distribution Designer

Assistant Distribution Designer

Location: Kansas City, MO

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract to Hire
• Contract Duration: 6 months
• Pay Rate: $28.00–$32.00 / Hour (USD)
• Flex Scheduling: Eligible for flex 9/80
• Travel Requirements: Not required (no driving/MVR required)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced distribution designer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing construction work packages for electric distribution projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and client requirements. This role requires a strong understanding of electrical distribution systems, proficiency in design software, and the ability to work collaboratively with project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed design drawings, specifications, and material lists for overhead and underground electric distribution projects.
• Perform engineering calculations such as structural analysis of poles, conductor sizing, voltage drop, and transformer sizing.
• Ensure all designs adhere to client standards, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements including the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to meet project objectives and deadlines.
• Prepare and submit permit applications to various agencies.
• Process information collected during site visits to gather information and verify field conditions to be used for design activities.
• Provide technical support during the construction phase, addressing any design-related issues that may arise.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously, from initial assignment to completion.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, GIS software, and other design tools.
• Strong knowledge of electric distribution infrastructure and construction techniques.
• Familiarity with NESC and other relevant industry standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both a team environment and independently.

Education Requirements

• Minimum completed Associate's or Bachelor's degree in engineering technology, drafting, or a related field is required.
• Note: A Bachelor's degree in any Engineering field (including ABET-accredited Engineering degrees) is not allowed for this position.
• Highest degree earned must be listed as "Completed" on resume.

Required Experience

• A minimum of three years of experience in electric utility distribution design. (Team is NOT looking for entry-level candidates or drafters.) Must have distribution experience.
• Internship experience does not count toward the required years of experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

Important Notes

• This position is onsite; no remote/no hybrid opportunity.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions, or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
• Do not submit candidates who have already been submitted for the Electrical CAD Technician (PNM) role.
• Company logo and candidate personal information are not allowed on the resume.
• RTR (Right to Represent) is required with each submittal.

About the Client

This client is a leading infrastructure engineering and utilities organization focused on grid distribution and transmission & distribution (T&D) infrastructure, supporting large-scale electric utility operations across the U.S. With a professional legacy dating to 1898 and multi-million dollar procurement portfolios, the organization operates on-site at project locations and employs engineers, distribution designers, project controls specialists, project managers, and supply chain professionals who collaborate on critical grid infrastructure initiatives.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-08295