Make Ready Designer – Power Distribution

Job overview

The Make Ready Designer – Power Distribution role is remote within the U.S., with a required two-week paid, in-person orientation at Sigma Technologies’ Perrysburg, Ohio headquarters. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes pay as competitive and commensurate with experience and education. Sigma supports major electric and telecommunications utilities with infrastructure projects that affect communities nationwide. This role develops construction-ready overhead make-ready and joint-use designs by interpreting field data and pole conditions, applying NESC clearances and utility standards, and identifying required modifications. Its work helps utility engineering programs deliver accurate, coordinated designs that meet quality, schedule, and budget expectations.

What you'll do

• Complete make-ready and overhead utility pole design work orders
• interpret field collection data, pole information, and attachment details
• evaluate joint-use attachments, NESC clearances, pole loading, and required modifications
• prepare construction-ready designs for pole replacements, transfers, attachment adjustments, guying, and anchoring
• research permitting and easements
• collaborate to resolve design conflicts and constructability concerns
• use utility design platforms and CAD tools
• support quality-control reviews.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

make ready designer

power distribution

overhead utility pole design

joint-use engineering

nesc

construction-ready designs

remote u.s.

sigma technologies

monday–friday schedule

eastern time alignment

paid in-person orientation

cad

microstation

utility design

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• No-cost monthly healthcare plan option
• medical, dental, and vision plans with up to 80% of premiums sponsored
• 401(k) match up to 5% of salary
• paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• education and professional licensing assistance.

Why this role

Remote U.S. opportunity; two-week paid in-person orientation in Perrysburg, Ohio; requires at least two years of relevant utility design experience and CAD or MicroStation proficiency.

About the employer

Sigma Technologies, Ltd. is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Specialized Design Services. Sector: 54.