Electrical Distribution Designer, Senior

Pedernales Electric Cooperative

Location

Canyon Lake, TX

Salary

$74,880 - $93,600

Type

Full-Time

Experience

Senior Level

Job Description

**PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION:** PEC Canyon Lake Office \- 1530 FM 2673, Canyon Lake, TX 78133



$36\.58 Minimum Starting Base Pay\* \+ KPI Bonuses \+ Competitive Benefits

**Midpoint of pay range: $45\.72**

* Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job\-related skills, and relevant education or training.

**Position Summary**
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This position is responsible for advanced design of residential, commercial, industrial, overhead and underground electric distribution facilities.

**Essential Duties \& Responsibilities**
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* Provide proper and routine maintenance and care for assigned vehicles and assorted hand tools
* Perform cost estimates, plan material needs and follow up on progress on projects from inception to completion
* Interface regularly with contractors, engineers, developers, customers and consultants
* Provide mentoring, training and guidance to peers
* Utilize surveying instruments such as prisms, theodolites, measuring equipment, chain saws and assorted hand tools
* Interpret, adhere to and enforce the company safety policy, and the National Electric Safety Code and National Electric Code
* Mediate and diffuse issues involving irate members
* Edit within Global Information System to assure accuracy and connectivity
* Coordinate closely with key stakeholders including members, developers, consultants, contractors, and government entities to discuss the process and procedures for supplying electric power
* Research, acquire, record and verify easement information
* Implement and manage solution from conceptualization through planning and construction, to project completion and financial reconciliation
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* Develop overall master plan for major residential and commercial projects exceeding 7,000 lots total build out
* Obtain right of way permits from various counties and state entities
* Coordinate with Pole Contacts department for installation or removal of attachments
* Coordinate with Vegetation Management department for ROW and easement clearing
* Evaluate environmental constraints and identify project requirements, i.e., permits, easements, aesthetics, fees, etc.
* Assess load requirements for each individual project and transformer based on members need.
* Research new material specifications and resolve basic material issues
* Knowledge of security, roadway, and other lighting design practices
* Perform complex power system calculations: voltage drop, equipment sizing, etc.
* Interpret survey data, plan, deed information and engineered construction drawings
* Develop master system plans for future growth in large developments
* Operate computer assisted engineering and design software
* Edit within Global Information System to assure accuracy and connectivity
* Prepare easements and exhibits, including property descriptions, record survey measurements and descriptive data using notes, drawings, sketches and plats
* Confer with engineers, consultants, and others about CIP projects due to growth and overload along with road widening projects
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* Coordinate with right of way, construction crews, department planners and pole contacts departments
* Coordinate pre\-development and pre\-construction meetings with all involved departments and personnel
* Act as first contact between line construction crews and land owners regarding existing line and easements
* Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, warning labels, etc.
* Serve as the primary contact for the customer during the construction process
* Generate sub\-division design and system implementation
* Make presentations to councils and neighborhood groups regarding overall plan and costs
* Prepare large scale distribution design with minimal supervision
* Conduct construction pre and post inspections
* Operate PEC vehicle(s) for business purposes in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local law and PEC policies and procedures
* Maintain driver eligibility through appropriate valid Texas Driver's License and driving record in accordance with PEC policy
* Maintain the security of confidential information
* Stay abreast of advances in technology
* Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
* Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned
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**Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities**
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May provide technical direction to others

**Knowledge, Skills \& Abilities**
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* Knowledge of business and management principles including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques and budgeting
* Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information
* Knowledge of principles and processes for providing c

Posted: 2026-04-29