Job Description
Title: Senior Utility Distribution Designer
Location: Chicago, IL 60661
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $38-$76/hour
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $38-$76/hour
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Utility Distribution Designer to support the design and development of electric distribution infrastructure, with a primary focus on overhead distribution systems. Projects include utility pole replacements, DOT-related projects, and underground distribution improvements.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop electric distribution infrastructure, primarily overhead distribution systems.
- Support utility pole replacement projects, DOT-related projects, and underground distribution improvements.
- Prepare construction drawings, design layouts, material lists, and project cost estimates.
- Conduct field visits to gather existing utility information and verify design conditions.
- Coordinate with engineering teams, utility representatives, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Support permitting, right-of-way requirements, and project documentation.
- Coordinate project teams and manage design deliverables.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of electric utility distribution design experience preferred for senior/lead-level consideration.
- ComEd project experience required; 1–2 years of experience is acceptable.
- Strong knowledge of overhead distribution design, utility construction standards, and pole replacement projects.
- Experience preparing design packages, construction documents, and material estimates.
- Familiarity with pole loading calculations, conductor sag, and NESC clearance requirements.
- Experience coordinating with project teams and managing design deliverables.
- Ability to perform field assessments and work independently.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Education and Certifications
- Technical education in engineering, drafting, or a related field preferred.
- Equivalent hands-on electric distribution design experience will be considered.
Software Requirements
- MicroStation or AutoCAD
- TED / CEGIS
- GIS mapping systems
- Experience with PoleForeman, O-Calc, or SpidaCalc is a plus.
- GTEC experience is a plus.
Work Schedule
- Hybrid schedule: In-office Tuesday through Thursday.
- Remote work: Monday and Friday.
- Field visits as required; company vehicles are available.
Additional Details
- Start Date: ASAP
- Interview Process: One round
- Onboarding: Approximately one week
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Chicago, IL |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $38–$76 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1969 |
| Website | http://www.sterling-engineering.com |
About Company
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
- Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.
- Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.
Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.
Skills
Level up your application
Professional resume templates
Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.
Free resume templatesResume Builder
Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.
Resume Builder