Design Technician - Electric Distribution (Underground)

ENTRUST Solutions Group, A Leidos Company; Chicago, Lisle (IL, IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, is seeking a Design Technician to support distribution design projects for a major electric utility in the Greater Chicago and Northern Illinois area. Entry-level to experienced candidates welcomed; preferred underground distribution experience and CAD/drafting background.

You will develop drawings using CAD, GIS, and DDS, assist with field verification, production of construction-ready packages, and coordinate with engineers, project managers, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Entry-level through experienced candidates will be considered.
• Technical aptitude and an interest in electric utility design, engineering, construction, or infrastructure.
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop technical drawings, maps, sketches, and construction documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately document technical and field information.
• Comfortable working in both office and field environments.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work effectively as part of a project team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally for field and project activities.

Responsibilities

• Support the design of overhead and underground electric distribution facilities, with significant opportunities to work 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 submittals and assist with coordination with municipalities and other agencies.
• Update GIS, mapping, and utility records as required.
• 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%.

Skills

CAD drafting

GIS

AutoCAD

MicroStation

DDS

O-Calc

SPIDACalc

Education

Engineering technology degree

CAD/drafting background

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

DDS

GIS

O-Calc

SPIDACalc

Job description

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, is seeking a Design Technician to support distribution design projects for a major electric utility in the Greater Chicago and Northern Illinois area. Entry-level to experienced candidates welcomed; preferred underground distribution experience and CAD/drafting background.

You will develop drawings using CAD, GIS, and DDS, assist with field verification, production of construction-ready packages, and coordinate with engineers, project managers, and