Energy - Sr. Designer II

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

 

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

 

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 #56 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.

 

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

Job Summary:  The Senior Designer II (Sr DTII) position is the sixth level in the Designer career track.  This career track is tasked with providing designs for utility systems including but not limited to:  Overhead and underground circuits for joint use, lighting, and commercial, industrial and residential development and gas and generation systems.  This track is also responsible for field data collection and assists with storm restoration when requested.  This role involves managing assigned design projects of varying complexity, permit documentation and providing support to others for assigned projects with independence.  The Sr DTII will directly communicate with clients to request additional work or project opportunities in addition to tracking progress of their projects.

 

This position primarily involves working in an office environment.  There is an expectation of significant field work, which may include exposure to inclement weather conditions such as extreme heat/cold, high humidity, rain, snow and icy conditions.

 

The key responsibilities of this role include:

 

Project and Financial Management

• Serve as the Design Leader for physical substation design while partnering with Project Engineers to deliver successful engineering projects.
• Manage the workflow of assigned staff, delegating tasks as necessary to ensure timely and efficient project completion.
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization targets while operating within specific budget parameters for projects.
• Take ownership of assigned physical design deliverables from planning through final delivery.
• Maintain accountability for technical accuracy, constructability, completeness, consistency, and quality.Own the planning, coordination, execution, and quality of assigned physical design activities.
• Attend regular project meetings, consult, and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as needed to achieve project objectives.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and clients, demonstrating respect and professionalism at all times.
• Translate engineering intent into practical, coordinated, and constructible design solutions.

Technical Proficiency and Essential Competencies

• Utilize your expertise in design principles and engineering fundamentals to produce accurate and compliant construction drawings.
• Lead design and constructability reviews to confirm quality, consistency, and compliance with KCI and client standards.
• Improve standards, workflows, details, and digital design practices to strengthen project execution.
• Support proposal development, technical planning, estimating, resource plan