As a Distribution Designer, you'll be responsible for creating safe, efficient, and compliant utility distribution designs while supporting utility modernization efforts across Wisconsin, Iowa, and surrounding territories.

• Design gas distribution systems and utility infrastructure projects in accordance with industry standards and client requirements
• Develop system layouts and route designs for gas distribution networks
• Support steel-to-HDPE conversion projects by selecting appropriate materials and installation specifications
• Perform gas pressure calculations and technical analyses to ensure system performance and safety
• Create maps, construction packages, and detailed design documentation
• Conduct field visits to collect measurements, photographs, and site data needed for accurate design development
• Evaluate existing infrastructure and site conditions to identify design constraints and opportunities
• Support right-of-way reviews and route evaluations
• Enter and maintain design data within company and client systems
• Use tools such as Maximo, SAP, GIS platforms, and utility design software to support project delivery
• Perform QA/QC reviews to ensure design accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Communicate directly with customers, utility representatives, landowners, and project stakeholders
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on infrastructure improvement initiatives, including pole replacement and broadband expansion projects

• Minimum of 1 years of gas distribution design experience with a utility, engineering firm, or utility contractor
• Experience designing gas distribution systems, including route planning and system layouts
• Ability to perform gas pressure calculations and apply results to system design
• Knowledge of utility design standards, including NESC, REC, MUS, or similar industry standards
• Experience using utility asset management and design systems such as Maximo
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills
• Ability to conduct field investigations and transform field data into accurate design packages
• Proficiency working independently as a utility designer or technician

• Experience with SAP or similar enterprise utility systems
• Experience supporting electric distribution projects
• Familiarity with pole replacement programs and aging infrastructure initiatives
• Experience with fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) or rural broadband projects
• Knowledge of utility operations within Wisconsin and Iowa service territories
• GIS experience and familiarity with utility mapping tools

This position offers a flexible balance between remote design work and field activities:

• Approximately 60% office/remote design work
• Approximately 40% field work, primarily throughout Wisconsin and Iowa
• Opportunity to choose a mix of fielding and design responsibilities based on project needs and personal preference
• Travel to utility sites for data collection, site assessments, and stakeholder coordination

Whether you enjoy being in the field several days a week or prefer focusing on design production, this role provides flexibility and variety.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Cedar Rapids,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.

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