Highlights
Develop and modify design packages for electric distribution replacement and rehabilitation projects, including poles, conductors, transformers, and associated equipment. · Experience supporting utility distribution projects such as line rebuilds, equipment replacements, or system rehabilitation.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Taylor, MI |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $25–$40 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1969 |
| Website | http://www.sterling-engineering.com |
Description
Title: Electrical Distribution Designer
Location: Taylor MI 48101
Hire Type: Contract to Hire
Compensation: 25-40
Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Must have Skill Set:
Must have electric distribution experience
Must have First Energy experience
MicroStation-DDS
Overview:
We are seeking a motivated Designer with 2–5 years of experience supporting electric distribution utility projects. This role focuses on the replacement, rehabilitation, and modernization of electric distribution networks. The ideal candidate will have hands-on design experience, familiarity with utility standards, and the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, project managers, and utility clients. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity supporting ongoing and upcoming utility distribution programs.
Job Duties:
· Develop and modify design packages for electric distribution replacement and rehabilitation projects, including poles, conductors, transformers, and associated equipment.
· Prepare detailed drawings using MicroStation in accordance with utility standards and project specifications.
· Support engineers and project teams in the execution of distribution system upgrades and renewal programs.
· Coordinate with utility clients to incorporate design requirements, field conditions, and constructability considerations.
· Review field data, sketches, and markups to ensure accurate and complete design deliverables.
· Assist with addressing design issues during construction and respond to field questions as needed.
· Participate in occasional site visits to support design validation and project coordination.
· Ensure work is completed on schedule while maintaining quality, safety, and compliance standards.
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Qualifications:
· 2–5 years of experience in utility design, with a focus on electric distribution systems.
· Proficiency in MicroStation.
· Experience supporting utility distribution projects such as line rebuilds, equipment replacements, or system rehabilitation.
· Ability to interpret utility standards, drawings, and technical specifications.
· Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and utility clients.
· Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.
· High school diploma or GED required.
· Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally to job sites as needed
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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.