Design Technician

About the Role

ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking a Design Technician to support the development of overhead and underground electric distribution projects. This role is suitable for entry-level technical professionals up to experienced utility designers. Previous electric distribution experience, particularly with underground distribution projects, is strongly preferred. Candidates with relevant CAD, drafting, engineering technology, construction, or utility infrastructure backgrounds interested in electric distribution are also encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design of overhead and underground electric distribution facilities, with a significant focus on underground projects.
• Develop and update design drawings, layouts, sketches, maps, and construction-ready packages using CAD, GIS, and utility-specific design systems.
• Assist with the design of underground facilities including cable routes, conduit systems, transformers, switchgear, handholes, manholes, and other associated equipment.
• Support projects involving new electric service, system extensions, equipment replacements, reliability improvements, relocations, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Gather and organize field information necessary to develop accurate designs.
• Conduct field visits and site investigations to document existing conditions, verify equipment locations, take measurements, and identify potential project constraints.
• Assist with material takeoffs, cost estimates, bills of material, and construction documentation.
• Prepare and maintain plans, specifications, reports, diagrams, records, and other technical documentation.
• Support permit applications and submittments and assist with coordination with municipalities and other agencies.
• Update GIS, mapping, and utility records.
• Work with engineers, designers, field personnel, construction teams, and client representatives to resolve design and field-related issues.
• Track assigned projects and help ensure designs and deliverables meet quality requirements and project schedules.
• Support construction activities through field verification, design revisions, and issue resolution.
• Travel locally for fieldwork and project coordination as needed, approximately 20%.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical aptitude and an interest in electric utility design, engineering, construction, or infrastructure.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally for field and project activities.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented, technically curious, and interested in building or continuing a career in electric distribution design.
• For entry-level candidates: strong CAD, drafting, engineering technology, construction, or technical foundation with an interest in learning electric distribution systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively, and learn client-specific standards.