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Power Field Designer – Overhead Power Utility Pole Design | Field Data Collection

Primary Field Focus: Northwestern Louisiana, Northeast Texas and along the West Arkansas border.

We are seeking an experienced Power Distribution / Make‑Ready Designer who is comfortable owning the full lifecycle of utility pole design, from field data collection through construction‑ready engineering deliverables. Candidates must have prior experience in overhead utility pole design and NESC‑compliant make‑ready or power distribution engineering. This is not an entry‑level or field‑only role.

This role will initially support project work in Northwestern Louisiana, Northeast Texas and along the West Arkansas border, with the possibility of relocation. Applicants must be willing and able to travel, including overnight stays. The position requires use of personal vehicle to be reimbursed for mileage; Sigma covers hotel and per diem when overnight stays are required.

New hires will attend a 2‑week paid, in‑person onboarding and training at Perrysburg, Ohio headquarters.

Responsibilities

Field Data Collection and Walkouts

• Perform utility pole walkouts and field surveys to collect attachment, clearance, and structural data.
• Verify pole ownership, attachment types, heights, spans, guying, and equipment.
• Document existing conditions and capture photos, measurements, GPS data, and field notes.
• Research right‑of‑way, easements, permitting constraints, and property ownership as necessary.

Design and Engineering

• Execute overhead distribution and make‑ready designs in compliance with NESC and client standards.
• Evaluate field conditions and determine make‑ready requirements, attachment rearrangements, and pole replacements.
• Perform pole loading analysis and clearance resolution.
• Develop complete, construction‑ready design packages.
• Perform end‑to‑end joint‑use and/or general distribution design.
• Use design platforms such as DDS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Katapult, O‑Calc, GIS or utility‑specific systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, quality teams and perform or support quality control reviews.

Top Competencies and Skills

• Make‑Ready Engineering, Power Distribution Design, Utility Pole Walkouts, Field Data Collection
• Joint‑Use Design, Pole Loading Analysis, NESC Compliance, Overhead Distribution, Utility Pole Attachments
• Right‑of‑Way and Permitting, Construction‑Ready Design, DDS, GIS for Utility Design, CAD for Utility Design, Aerial Design, Utility Coordination

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or higher in engineering, drafting, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in power distribution design, or make‑ready engineering / joint‑use design (2+ years strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated experience performing utility pole walkouts and field data collection to support design work.
• Proven experience applying NESC standards, clearance analysis, and pole loading concepts.
• Proficiency with CAD or MicroStation; strong preference for experience with DDS, Katapult, O‑Calc or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of overhead power distribution construction practices.
• Ability to work independently in the field and translate field conditions into accurate designs.
• Valid driver’s license, active auto insurance, and ability to pass background, drug and motor vehicle screenings.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Willingness to perform regular local fieldwork with occasional overnight travel.
• Availability during core work hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern) with flexibility for local field needs.

Travel, Schedule, and Work Environment

• Remote when not performing field data collection; regular local fieldwork required.
• Initial fieldwork areas include Northwestern Louisiana, Northeast Texas and along the West Arkansas border with potential changes.
• Travel includes overnight stays and off‑hour work as required.
• Personal vehicle usage with mileage reimbursement required.

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States and pass background, drug test, and driving record check.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sedentary work, driving, and field work in various weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry field equipment up to approximately 40 pounds.
• Proficient with computer, keyboard, monitor, telephone, tablet, GPS device, camera, and field instruments.
• Visual and communication competencies for field interaction.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and education.
• Remote work when not performing required field data collection.
• Paid in‑person onboarding and training at Sigma Technologies headquarters in Perrysburg, Ohio.
• A collaborative team environment with support from supervisors, project managers, designers, field staff, and quality teams.
• Opportunity to support telecommunications infrastructure projects that help connect communities.

Equal‑Opportunity Employer – Sigma is an equal‑opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed service member status or any other classification protected by law.