The Electric System Designer 1 is responsible for engineering tasks related to the design, construction, and inspection of overhead and underground electric distribution facilities for new consumer, consumer upgrade, and system improvement projects. This role involves developing a working knowledge of CORE policies & procedures, design standards, rates & regulations, and construction standards while working with higher-level staff. The Electric System Designer collaborates with other CORE employees, existing members, builders, developers, electricians, and engineering firms to support the safe and fiscally responsible completion of engineering projects.

This is a NON-EXEMPT onsite position at our Sedalia office.

This is a union position, subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement and governed by CORE's rules, regulations, policies, and applicable state and federal law.

You will...

• Develops a working knowledge of CORE policies & procedures, design standards, rates & regulations, and construction standards while working with higher level staff.
• Develops working knowledge of NESC and NEC requirements.
• Develops technical expertise in the engineering and construction practices for low and medium voltage overhead and underground distribution systems.
• Performs engineering and inspections for new construction, upgrades, and system improvement projects under the guidance of higher-level staff.
• Prepares engineering and staking documents which include drawings, calculations, construction costs, and outlines of required work, including a list of materials needed to complete the projects.
• Meets with new and existing members, builders, developers, electricians, and engineering firms to determine electrical power requirements.
• Conducts predesign meetings, preconstruction meetings, and final walk throughs of completed projects.
• Inspects work performed by construction crews to ensure construction meets design requirements, company specifications & standards and NESC & NEC requirements.
• Develops a working knowledge of CORE policies & procedures, design standards, rates & regulations, and construction standards while working with higher level staff.
• Maintains financial control on projects.
• Coordinates the installation of overhead and underground systems.
• Prepares project change orders and submit to the customer in a timely manner.
• Responds in a timely manner to inquiries by inspectors and construction personnel.
• Completes as-builts within a timely manner to meet contract requirements.
• Documents all inquiries and other correspondences from customer and uploads into CORE's document management system.
• Provides weekly status updates in CORE's work management system for projects in design, construction, and as-built.
• Reviews customer provided site development plans, electrical one-lines, and panel schedules to calculate load and transformer requirements.
• Identifies easement and permitting requirements, communicate requirements to the customer.
• Ensures executed easements, final plats, and etc. have been received prior to the start of construction.

We are excited to speak to someone with the following...

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate is required.
• Associate degree in related field or at least 5 years of industry experience is required.
• Requires valid Colorado driver's license with satisfactory driving record within CORE standards.
• Competent with position-specific software and applications.
• Competent with Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint.
• Competent with general office equipment.

Preferred qualifications include...

• Working knowledge of utility practices is preferred.

CORE offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following...

• 9/80 work schedule (3-day weekend every other week)
• Eight paid holidays per year
• 160 Hours of accruable PTO per year to start (Vacation time and sick time)
• About 48 days off a year (PTO, every other Friday off, and paid holidays combined)
• Paid parental leave (80 hours)
• Education and training reimbursement

100% Cooperative paid benefits including:

• Defined benefit pension plan
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life Insurance
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• HSA employer contribution: $900 for employee only, $1,800 for employee + dependents
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4%. Immediately 100% vested.
• Wellness reimbursement: Up to $300 per year
• Travel assistance & identity theft support services.
• Length of service program
• Free Onsite EV charging stations (at certain locations)

This posting will be open to internal candidates only through Friday, May 16, 2025. We encourage qualified candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss this opportunity. Please reach out to People Operations at hr@core.coop for a complete job description.

CORE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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• Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled - http://www.eeoc.gov/laws-guidance

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap or disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with federal law. If you need assistance, please reach out to us at hr@core.coop.

About CORE

CORE Electric Cooperative is the largest member-owned electric distribution cooperative in Colorado dedicated to providing reliable, affordable, clean, and safe electric service to our communities. With a commitment to innovation and member satisfaction, we strive to meet the evolving needs of our members while maintaining the highest standards of service excellence.