Designer III

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At KCI, we're building an enduring company that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our people have freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Because life's more fun when you own it.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

The Designer is responsible for the design, field notes and pricing of both copper and fiber facilities.

Designer candidate with prior BrightSpeed (formerly Lumen/Centurylink) experience is preferred

Must have extensive computer knowledge.

Responsibilities:

Engineering routine and specific outside plant work orders utilizing any combination of aerial, buried or underground cable
• Copper and fiber optic cable engineering
• Requires field visits
• May have short project turnaround times
• This position requires both field and home office work. Ability to work in the BrightSpeed territories in NJ or PA is required.

Qualifications:

• • Knowledge of outside plant design for business-as-usual (BAU)
  • Copper and fiber optic cable experience
  • Working understanding of the RUS (Rural Utility Standards) coding process is preferred
  • Ability to conduct Site Surveys with the customer on location and clearly convey the proposed build plan and their required actions to them
  • Must have extensive computer knowledge
  • Prior experience with the following proprietary systems is preferred, but not required:
    • IQGeo
    • NDS
    • Fireworks
    • Bidmaster
  • Potential candidates should have experience with aerial, buried and underground telecommunication infrastructure.
  • Knowledge with civil design specific to utility relocation, including proposing the relocation of aerial, buried, underground cable design and path creation is a plus. Well-rounded knowledge of copper cable, fiber-optic cable, conduit, manhole and hand hole design is preferred.
  • Experience working with local municipalities (City, County, State, & Railroad) for permit requests.
  • The ability to review projects with customer(s) and answer design questions will be a requirement of this position.

Applicants must be dependable with scheduling work to be completed and flexible to complete projects within the time allotted by the customer(s). Qualified applicants must also be able to work overtime and out-of-town for short periods of time if necessary.

• High School Diploma required. AA in engineering technology or drafting preferred.
• Minimum of 2 - 4 years of professional experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

• Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures
• Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
• Complete other duties as required/assigned
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target(85% typical)
• Attend bi-weekly(or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
• Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
• Compare field data to base plan
• Design and draft construction drawings using standard engineering fundamentals for approval by Federal, state and local agencies
• Gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed
• Read and interpret technical documents needed for performance of job
• Review and interpret design manuals and details from local jurisdictions
• Size and specify design requirements
• Complete Annual Individual Training Program

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