Job Description

RCS Staffing has an immediate need for an Electric Distribution Designer & Survey Technician in Central Delaware. This is a long-term contract Hybrid Remote assignment with our client (50% field work / 50% remote office work). This position offers a competitive package including benefits, vacation and holidays.

Overview of YOUR role as an Electric Distribution Designer & Survey Technician

The Electric Distribution Designer & Survey Technician plays a key role in supporting overhead electric distribution projects by combining field survey work with office-based design activities. This position requires regular field visits to collect accurate pole and asset data, followed by detailed design and documentation work to support utility planning, upgrades, and maintenance programs. This is a hybrid field and office role, with approximately 50% field work and 50% design work.

As an Electric Distribution Designer & Survey Technician YOU will:

Field Survey & Data Collection (Approximately 50%):
· Conduct field visits to overhead electric distribution lines and pole locations
· Capture clear photographs of poles, attachments, and surrounding infrastructure
· Take accurate measurements of pole heights, spans, clearances, and equipment
· Verify existing conditions and document discrepancies between field conditions and records
· Record field data in accordance with utility standards and safety requirements

Design & Office Work (Approximately 50%):
· Develop and update electric distribution designs using internal utility software
· Utilize ArcGIS to review, update, and manage spatial and asset data
· Interpret field data and translate it into accurate design documentation
· Support overhead line design activities including pole replacement, attachments, and layout updates
· Maintain organized and accurate project records and design files

General & Technical:
· Use computers and software applications effectively for data entry, design, and documentation
· Follow established utility design standards, processes, and workflows
· Communicate clearly with project team members regarding field findings and design updates
· Support project schedules by completing assigned tasks accurately and on time

YOU are the ideal Electric Distribution Designer & Survey Technician candidate if you have:

· Entry-level experience or training in design, surveying, GIS, or a related technical field
· Comfortable working both outdoors in field environments and indoors in an office setting
· Basic experience with ArcGIS or similar GIS platforms
· Strong attention to detail and ability to collect accurate measurements
· Ability to learn and use internal utility design software
· Strong computer skills for design and documentation work
· Valid driver's license and ability to travel to field sites as required
· Ability to walk uneven terrain and work in varying weather conditions
· Excellent communication skills and ability to work with project teams

It's a BONUS if you have:

· Basic understanding of overhead electric distribution systems
· Previous utility or electric distribution experience
· Advanced GIS skills or certifications
· Surveying or field data collection experience
· Experience with utility design software

About Our CLIENT:

Our Client is a national engineering and consulting firm with over 3,100 professionals dedicated to delivering innovative, sustainable solutions for utilities, infrastructure, and industrial clients. Headquartered in Warrenville, Illinois, and recognized as an ENR Top 20 Power Sector design firm, they bring deep expertise in power delivery, generation, renewables, telecommunications, and field services. With a culture rooted in collaboration, integrity, and work-life balance, they offer comprehensive employee benefits such as flexible remote work options, generous PTO, and health and retirement plans. Their mission centers on exceeding client expectations while making a positive impact on the industries and communities they serve.

Who WE Are:

RCS Staffing is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in the recruitment of professionals for best-of-class companies throughout the United States. Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions and provides customized payroll services. Our Recruiting Specialties consist of all Engineering Disciplines, Project Management, Project Controls, Information Technology, Energy Efficiency and Business Professionals.

RCS is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. RCS recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, genetic information or age. All terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, benefits, work assignment, availability of facilities and privileges of employment are administered on the same basis of equality.