Software Engineer
Utility Designer focused on planning, designing, and verifying utility and telecommunication asset locations using GIS, AutoCAD, and civil engineering principles to support infrastructure projects remotely.
Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc. Locations: Richfield, OH Additional Locations: Remote Work Site: Remote Req ID: 212143
Position Overview
The Utility Designer 1 is responsible for planning, designing, verifying locations, inspecting, or otherwise capturing information related to utility and telecommunication assets.
The Davey Tree Expert Company and its subsidiaries value each individual and strive to encourage diverse ideas and perspectives to inspire collaboration and empower our employees. We believe our commitment to building a culture of belonging by treating everyone with respect, dignity, empathy, and care is critical to achieving our vision and mission.
Compensation Data
Starting Rate: $20-$25 per hour
Overtime: Time and a half after 40hrs/wk, average work week 45 hours
Job Duties
What You Will Do Responsibilities: • Utilize software platforms to analyze and interpret field data. • Record existing telecommunication and electric utility infrastructure. • Identify and document safety risks and hazards. • Apply engineering principles to design aerial and underground utility facilities. • Transfer designs to other software platforms. • Collaborate to propose infrastructure design solutions. • Ensure equipment maintenance and report issues promptly. • Travel occasionally (5%) for on-site job duties, projects, or meetings.
Qualifications
Required:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: • Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field. • Prior experience in the electric utility or telecommunications industry. • Knowledge of electric hazard identification, equipment identification, or communication equipment. • Familiarity with Outside Plant Engineering design and pole loading analysis software.
Additional Information
What We Offer [Benefits]: We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience for employees at all levels.
• Group health plans*
Posted June 20, 2026