D’La Armantrout
Ragland
Summary
Results-driven Power Distribution Designer with 9+ years of experience in power distribution and telecommunications. Skilled in designing overhead/underground systems, performing load flow and fault analysis, and managing assets to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations. Proficient in AutoCAD, Microstation, Design Manager, WMS, BOM, GIS, and Pole Foreman. Recognized for improving system reliability, reducing downtime, and delivering projects on time while ensuring compliance with utility codes and safety standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Power Distribution Designer II
MasTec
Lake Mary
05.2022 - Current
- Designed and optimized power distribution systems, applying storm-hardening protocols that increased reliability by 10%.
- Performed load flow analysis, pole loading studies, and voltage drop calculations, ensuring safe and efficient system performance.
- Specified and selected distribution equipment (transformers, breakers, switches, protective devices) to meet load and safety requirements.
- Streamlined engineering documentation in Power Distribution and AutoCAD, reducing turnaround times by 2+ days.
- Coordinated with construction crews, contractors, and regulatory authorities, ensuring 100% compliance with utility standards.
Designer
Stone Resources Group
Birmingham
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Produced telecom and distribution infrastructure designs in alignment with AT&T specifications for fiber and copper networks.
- Created GIS and KMZ utility mapping for pole placements, increasing field accuracy and cutting rework by 25%.
- Conducted cost analyses for optimal facility placement, delivering an estimated 21% savings per project.
- Assisted in evaluating new connection requests, assessing system impacts, and designing supporting infrastructure.
Network Designer
Foresite Group Inc.
Birmingham
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Developed OSP work orders and optimized routes for fiber/copper networks, reducing deployment time and improving system efficiency.
- Provided technical oversight to drafting teams, resolving discrepancies and ensuring design accuracy.
- Recommended infrastructure upgrades that enhanced network reliability and improved customer service quality.
Network Designer
Byers Engineering Company
Birmingham
06.2016 - 10.2019
- Designed telecommunication layouts, TCPs, and pole loading analyses in compliance with AT&T’s engineering standards.
- Reviewed and validated designs for constructability, budget, and schedule adherence.
- Partnered with GIS teams to deliver project-specific mapping, analysis, and reporting.
Education
Drafting and Design -
Gadsden State Community College
05.2011
Drafting and Design -
Calhoun County Career Tech
05.2007
High School Diploma -
Ohatchee High School
05.2007
Skills
- Power Distribution System Design (OH/UG Lines)
- Load Flow Analysis
- Fault Analysis
- Voltage Drop Analysis
- Asset Management
- Equipment Selection
- Safety Compliance
- Regulatory Compliance
- Reliability Improvement
- Storm Hardening
- New Connections
- Infrastructure Planning
- Project Management
- Project Coordination
- Data Analysis
- Smart Grid Insights
- AutoCAD
- Microstation
- GIS
- Pole Foreman
- WMS
- Design Manager
- 1 Phase schematics
- 2 Phase schematics
- 3 Phase schematics
- Power Distribution BOM
- Inventory
Hobbies and Interests
- Outdoor activities
- Biking
- Swimming
- Recreational sports
Timeline
Power Distribution Designer II
MasTec
05.2022 - Current
Designer
Stone Resources Group
08.2021 - 05.2022
Network Designer
Foresite Group Inc.
10.2019 - 08.2021
Network Designer
Byers Engineering Company
06.2016 - 10.2019
Drafting and Design -
Gadsden State Community College
Drafting and Design -
Calhoun County Career Tech
High School Diploma -
Ohatchee High School