Designer-Electric Distribution-R
Job Description
- Develop and modify design packages for electric distribution replacement and rehabilitation projects.
- Prepare detailed design drawings using MicroStation-DDS in accordance with FirstEnergy and utility standards.
- Design and update distribution facilities, including poles, conductors, transformers, and associated equipment.
- Review field data, engineering markups, and technical documentation to produce accurate design deliverables.
- Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and utility clients to ensure project requirements are met.
- Resolve design issues and provide support during construction as needed.
- Ensure projects are completed on schedule while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
- 3+ years of electric distribution design experience.
- FirstEnergy utility experience is required.
- Experience supporting electric distribution replacement and rehabilitation programs.
- Strong understanding of utility design standards and construction practices.
- Ability to interpret utility drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a remote environment.
- MicroStation-DDS (Required)
Meet Your Recruiter
Mason Curtis
Senior Recruiter
Mason Curtis is an Energy, Infrastructure & Construction Specialist at Sterling Engineering with more than seven years of recruiting experience, including one year with Sterling. He focuses on connecting skilled candidates with opportunities across energy, infrastructure, and construction, helping clients build strong teams while supporting candidates through meaningful career moves.
Mason is committed to understanding each candidate’s experience, goals, and potential, then advocating for opportunities where they can succeed long-term. His approach is rooted in persistence, communication, and a genuine desire to help people move forward in their careers.
That commitment is reflected in the feedback he receives from candidates. One candidate shared that Mason went above and beyond to help them earn an interview opportunity, even when they were up against individuals with more experience. Mason’s advocacy helped open the door to a role where the candidate now feels valued, supported, and grateful to be part of a company they respect.
For Mason, recruiting is about more than filling positions. It is about creating opportunities that can have a lasting impact on people’s lives, careers, and futures.