Design Technician I: CAD, Field Design & Project Support

Peoples Natural Gas; Leechburg (Armstrong County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoples Natural Gas is seeking a Design Technician to assist with layout and design engineering for construction, repairs, or site modifications. The role develops CAD-based system records and field measurements, supporting safety and compliance.

Ideal for entry‑level engineers ready to grow through a defined career path in engineering and operations, with on‑the‑job training and opportunities to advance.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• 1+ years of relatable experience in natural gas or underground pipeline projects.
• Valid driver's license to operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with layout and design engineering work for construction, repairs, or site modifications.
• Maintain informational databases, records, and CAD drawings.
• Perform field work including measurements and notes; support permits, data entries, and map plotting.
• Provide administrative assistance or technical advice related to fieldwork needs (permitting, materials, gas availability).
• Respond to field crews and customers requiring gas operations information.

Skills

Layout & design engineering

Fieldwork & measurements

Project planning

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Peoples Natural Gas is seeking a Design Technician to assist with layout and design engineering for construction, repairs, or site modifications. The role develops CAD-based system records and field measurements, supporting safety and compliance.

Ideal for entry‑level engineers ready to grow through a defined career path in engineering and operations, with on‑the‑job training and opportunities to advance.