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# Designer I - Power Services

- **Company:** Binkley & Barfield, Inc.
- **Location:** San Antonio, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Computer Literacy, Google Earth
- **Published:** June 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=86a5b2e5eb5c5fbd

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Driving?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, You have good computer literacy and are ready to learn new programs and skills. You are a good communicator and excellent listener with above average comprehension. Problem-solving comes naturally. You are a critical thinker who can apply knowledge to assignments and uses critical thinking to bring everything together. You excel in time management and may have developed these and other skills in technical setting. You are equally willing to work in a variety of settings including an office environment and all possible field conditions.

What you bring:

 * A high school diploma or GED is required; an associate degree or higher is preferred.
 * Highly motivated person looking to get started in an engineering related field.
 * Evidence of successful performance at past endeavors (High GPA, Awards, References, etc.)
 * Proficiency in using various computer software packages.
 * Have or are working towards a construction/engineering related degree or certificate. (preferred but not required)
 * 2 years' relevant experience (preferred but not required).

## Description

Our Power Services team has an immediate need for Designer I's. In this role, you will perform project related work in the utilities industry designing and planning power distribution facilities.

What you will do:

 * Gather information from various outlets such as GIS and Google Earth.
 * Investigate project needs and provide solutions to complete the assigned project.
 * Design overhead and underground electric projects using engineering software.
 * Determine fuse size and coordination with assistance from engineers or staff professionals.
 * Learn and apply design and construction standards.
 * Interpret Right-of-Way documents and requirements for project design.
 * Field check assigned projects and document conditions related to your project.
 * Issue Survey & Staking request to crews and when needed stake projects on your own.
 * Create Design Sketches, Work Orders, and Materials list for the project.
 * Perform analysis of designs to determine structural integrity and connectivity.
 * Inspect powerlines including poles, wires, transformers, and other electric facilities.
 * Work in varying conditions including office environment to harsh field conditions as required.
 * Drive personal vehicle in various weather and terrain conditions as required.


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