Designer IV - Energy

Position:
Designer IV - Energy

Job Location s: US-NC-Wilmington

Job Type: Full-Time Regular – 40 hours

Posted Date: 2 hours ago (1/19/2026 9:32 AM)

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At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee‑owners. We make our mark designing and delivering world‑class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game.

Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee‑owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting‑edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News‑Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

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We offer a competitive compensation package, family‑friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Job Summary: The Designer IV (DT IV) position is the fourth level in the Designer career track. This career track is tasked with providing designs for utility systems including but not limited to: overhead and underground circuits for joint use, lighting, and commercial, industrial and residential development and gas and generation systems. This track is also responsible for field data collection and assists with storm restoration when requested.

This role involves handling moderately complex design projects and providing support to others for more complex projects with significant independence. The DT IV will directly communicate with clients/customers and construction crews to progress their projects.

This position primarily involves working in an office environment. There is an expectation of significant field work, which may include exposure to inclement weather conditions such as extreme heat/cold, high humidity, rain, snow and icy conditions.

• CAD experience
• Power Distribution experience
• Pole Analysis software
• WMS experience (ex. Maximo)
• Understanding of Electrical Components
• Circuit knowledge of electrical components
• Advanced distribution techniques (switch gear, cap bank)
• Conduit systems
• Advancing knowledge of reliability schemes
• Field and work zone safety

• Independently performing field data collection and project specific inspections for complex projects, accurately and efficiently.
• Producing high-quality computer-aided design drawings and a list of materials needed for the construction of moderately complex projects and providing support required by supervision for more complex tasks.
• Ensuring all necessary communications are documented on projects designed as required by training.
• Providing guidance and training to peers and newer designers for simple projects.
• Producing permitting documentation as needed independently.
• Demonstrating the ability to communicate with clients and lead site meetings with oversight.

This role will work independently with limited oversight, but under supervision for mentorship, guidance and training.

• High School Diploma or equivalent, and seven years relevant work experience, or an Associate’s Degree and five years of distribution design‑related work experience.
• Valid driver’s license.