Design Technician - Electric Distribution (Underground & Field)

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

Job summary

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company in the Greater Chicago area, seeks a Design Technician to support overhead and underground electric distribution projects for a major utility. This role blends office CAD work with field verification, enabling designs from concept through construction.

We welcome candidates from entry-level to experienced, emphasizing strong CAD, drafting, and infrastructure knowledge. Local travel up to 20% is expected in Illinois and surrounding regions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Entry-level through experienced candidates will be considered.
• Technical aptitude and 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 ability to document technical and field information.

Responsibilities

• Support the design of overhead and underground electric distribution facilities, including underground projects.
• Develop and update design drawings, layouts, sketches, maps, and construction-ready packages using CAD, GIS, and design systems.
• Assist with underground facilities design including cable routes, conduits, transformers, switchgear, handholes, and manholes.
• Support projects involving new electric service, system extensions, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Gather and organize field information for accurate designs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical aptitude

Reading/interpret drawings

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering technology/CAD/drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

DDS/Distribution Design Studio

GIS

Job description

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company in the Greater Chicago area, seeks a Design Technician to support overhead and underground electric distribution projects for a major utility. This role blends office CAD work with field verification, enabling designs from concept through construction.

We welcome candidates from entry-level to experienced, emphasizing strong CAD, drafting, and infrastructure knowledge. Local travel up to 20% is expected in Illinois and surrounding regions.