Designer III (Power Distribution Experience Required)
AmpiricalAbout Ampirical At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive. We don’t just build projects—we build careers. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we’d love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture. Why Ampirical? Salary Range : $74,792 - $110,948 (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications) Profit-Sharing Bonus : Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary) Day-One Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting ️ PTO : Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays ️ Flexible Work Schedule : Every other Friday off Career Development : Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement Perks : Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more Your Role: Designer III The Designer III – Distribution is an experienced design professional responsible for managing complex distribution drawings and models, leading drawing coordination efforts, and ensuring quality and compliance with applicable standards. This role demonstrates proficient knowledge of distribution line design, advanced hardware and material selection, and applies governing codes and client standards independently across projects of varying complexity. The Designer III applies advanced distribution modeling and simulation tools, supports troubleshooting and design validation in the field, mentors junior designers, and manages small work packages to meet schedule and budget objectives. Client communication is handled directly on routine matters with moderate oversight. What You’ll Do Technical Design, Modeling & Tools: Demonstrate proficient knowledge of distribution line design principles; apply this knowledge to lead and execute complex distribution design tasks independently. Demonstrate proficient understanding of distribution industry hardware and materials; determine material selection based on lifecycle cost, reliability, and environmental impact; specify hardware for moderately complex applications; understand how to integrate new distribution infrastructure into the existing system. Manage complex drawings and models for distribution systems; lead drawing coordination efforts and ensure quality and compliance with standards; apply advanced modeling tools and take ownership of drawing packages for major distribution projects. Handle medium-complexity distribution design projects with minimal oversight; take ownership of technical quality and schedule adherence across assigned work. Resolve highly complex highly complex distribution pole issues using knowledge of existing construction standard practices and experience Demonstrate proficiency in single pole modeling software and analysis tools; demonstrate basic understanding of multiple pole analysis software. Demonstrate basic understanding of foundational analysis software and design tools. Demonstrate proficiency in using GIS systems to support complex distribution design and planning decisions; apply working knowledge of survey data products. Apply Google Earth to support distribution planning tasks by measuring distances, evaluating elevation, and annotating maps; use historical imagery and 3D views to enhance site understanding. Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) for documentation and communication; use Bluebeam for reviewing and marking up documents. Codes, QC, Field & Project Delivery: Follow and apply multiple governing codes and industry standards independently across projects. Apply client standards with minimal oversigh…