PG&E Applicant Designer

Job Description :

PG&E Applicant Designer

Utility Team

Job Location : Visalia, Clovis, Tulare, or Hanford

Schedule : Monday - Thursday : 9 hours / Friday : 4 hours

Position Overview and Key Responsibilities :

4Creeks is seeking a PG&E Applicant Designer to work under the direction of a Department Manager on our Utility team. This position will be primarily office work. Responsibilities for this position would include but not limited to :

• Prepare construction drawings and supporting documents applying PG&E Electric standards, engineering standards and guidelines using AutoCAD and / or Civil3D.
• Prepare job instructions and materials lists for engineered projects using Microsoft Excel and or PG&E Estimating tools (EES).
• Prepare pulling calculations, voltage drop and flicker calculations, and pole loading calculations for engineered projects using Microsoft Excel and or PG&E Estimating tools.
• Prepare field note packages and perform pole fielding for overhead line work using various field tools (Range finder, measuring sticks, measuring wheels).
• Use engineering judgment to perform duties; knows when to ask questions, seek assistance and perform independent research.
• Works and interfaces with various entities, both governmental and private, to address and coordinate required documentation, permits, project background and other required protocol for design and construction purposes.
• Performs technical evaluation, which includes field investigation and exploring the constructability and practicality of the design with various stakeholders to arrive at an optimum and realistic design.
• Contribute to effective customer relations by providing support as requested from managers and by communicating with customers in an effective manner.
• Manage personal time allotted to various tasks in order to meet obligations of projects, including budget, quality and schedule.
• Experience in design and estimating for PG&E electric distribution facilities is required.

Minimum Qualifications :

PG&E Qualified Applicant Designer for Electric

Or 3+ years of applicant design experience and willing to take and pass the exam within 6 months of hire.

Bonus points for experience in design for PG&E gas

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, time management, and organizational skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Computer Skills : knowledge and ability to use basic office equipment and computer software, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and Web Browsing Tools. Knowledge and ability to use basic job specific software programs including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MS Project and other software as applicable.

Interpersonal Skills : Technical skills appropriate for the type of engineering tasks assigned. Ability to prepare project documentation and correspondence, interact effectively with other team members, occasionally interface with clients, and deliver client, public, or internal team presentations on occasion.

Compensation

The salary will be determined by the candidates skill and experience level and highly competitive with industry standards. The benefits package includes full employee health coverage (50% coverage for dependents), company 401(k) contribution, participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), and performance bonuses. The expected pay range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 annually.

About 4Creeks

At 4Creeks Design & Build, we are more than just a Design-Build company; we are a unified team dedicated to delivering excellence from concept to completion. Rooted in Central California, our passion for creating innovative solutions drives us to tackle challenges and transform visions across the region we serve, from California to Colorado and beyond.

Our firm thrives on a collaborative, fun, and challenging work environment, where every team member's value is recognized, and delivering results for our clients is paramount. We believe in the power of collective effort and the unique perspectives each professional brings to the table. Together, we pool our resources, expertise, and creativity to provide comprehensive solutions that change, form, and shape the future of our communities.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we put our people first. Employee ownership creates a unique work environment that will benefit you the first day you walk in the door. You will experience the 4Creeks difference in commitment to quality, a culture of collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of greatness in everything we do. Join us in shaping a new future with a team that is as dedicated to each other as we are to our craft.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration; please apply on our website with your resume and cover letter detailing your background, skills, and experience. Our Human Resource Administrator will contact you promptly for initial interview coordination. If there are any questions, please contact us at joinus@4-creeks.com.

The Other Stuff

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, apply range of motion within hands and fingers, including sensitivity to touch, and use a computer. The employee frequently is required to talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.

Required Skills :

Outlook

Pay

Project Documentation

Protocol

Office Equipment

Word

Resume

SIT

Collaboration

3D

Lists

BASIC

Computer Skills

Creativity

Interfaces

Calculations

Organizational Skills

Investigation

Ownership

Salary

Excel

Gas

Compensation

Participation

Instructions

Communication Skills

AutoCAD

Interpersonal Skills

Presentations

Construction

Materials

Microsoft Excel

Research

Documentation

Software

Time Management

Design

Engineering

Microsoft Office

Communication

Management