Design Technician I: CAD, Field Design & Gas Systems

Aqua America, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoples Natural Gas, a part of Essential Utilities, is hiring a Design Technician to support the Engineering and Operations Division in gas distribution projects. This role assists layout and design work, maintains databases, performs field measurements, and helps with permits, cost estimates, and compliance with codes.

The progression from Technician I to III offers growth while contributing to safety and efficiency in energy delivery.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• 1+ years of relatable experience, preferably in natural gas or underground pipeline projects.
• Valid driver's license to operate Peoples Company Vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with layout and design engineering work for construction, repairs, or site modifications.
• Maintain informational databases, records, general data archives, or files using technical software, including AutoCad drawings.
• Respond to calls from field crews, customers, external groups requiring gas operations information.
• Prepare cost estimates and determine cost-effective methods of project completion.
• Ensure compliance with company, federal, and state codes.
• Actively participate in safety and training activities or equipment use and repairs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Peoples Natural Gas, a part of Essential Utilities, is hiring a Design Technician to support the Engineering and Operations Division in gas distribution projects. This role assists layout and design work, maintains databases, performs field measurements, and helps with permits, cost estimates, and compliance with codes.

The progression from Technician I to III offers growth while contributing to safety and efficiency in energy delivery.