Designer

Company: System One
Location: La Crosse
Posted on: January 12, 2022

Job Description:

Designer
La Crosse, WI
System One is currently seeking a Designer on a 5-month contract position located in La Crosse, WI.
This position will be with our client, a utility holding company serving more than 3.3 million electric customers and 1.8 million natural gas customers.
Designer Responsibilities:
Creates, updates and revises sketches, working drawings and contract documents using Computer Assisted Design (CAD) software or manual means of drafting to meet customer requirements
Prepares 2D and 3D models
Must be able to read and comprehend detailed customer requirements, data sheets and supplier specifications
Assignments will be completed utilizing information provided by project engineering, architectural, or technical services staff under the direction of a supervisor
Able to read engineering drawing and blueprints
Prepares documentation to support design drawings
Prepare bills of material, schedules, and assist engineering personnel with formal drawing transmittals and construction issues
This design position provides new and existing commercial, industrial, residential, and internal customers with distribution design project management for most areas of design, which may include complex projects based on skill level
This position has a direct impact on safety, system operation, financial results, reliability, and customer satisfaction
The primary responsibility of this position is to function as the primary contact for future and existing customers by providing cost effective designs that balance customers' needs in accordance with Company standards and administrative guidelines
Demonstrate ability to set direction, influence others and build teamwork across work groups and areas to achieve department and Company goals
Manage projects from initial customer contact through post project analysis
Establish and manage the construction work plan with construction forces in order to meet the customers' schedule and design requirements as well as financial and budgetary requirements
Provide work direction for construction personnel and act as the liaison between the construction department and customers
Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies as required
Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements
Represent the Company with government officials, contractors, city agencies, vendors, architects, and engineers to provide service to customers
Promote a safe work environment and design a safe operating system while providing premier customer service
Support and promote Company safety programs, including monitoring public safety around Company Delivery facilities
Designer Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree OR Associate technical degree or lineman certificate from an accredited school and one year of experience in design, construction, project management, customer service, communication, or related field experience OR Combination of education and experience providing equivalent job-related knowledge to provide exceptional customer satisfaction
Working knowledge of MS Office
Working knowledge of GIS design software, customer application software, SAP or other work management programs preferred
Knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes preferred
Highly effective communication and innovative problem-solving skills
Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision
Ability to successfully complete established Skill-Based Training Program
Must have a valid driver's license and provide own vehicle
Travel and overnight stays may be required throughout the service territory
Familiarity with drafting techniques and engineering concepts and terminology (required)
Duration: 5-months
Location : La Crosse, WI
Pay Rate : $27.45 - $34.05/hr.

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