Electrical Distribution Design Tech — Underground Focus

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

Job summary

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, seeks a Design Technician to support overhead and underground electric distribution projects for a major utility in Greater Chicago and Northern Illinois. Entry to senior levels considered; CAD, drafting, and utility design experience are valued.

Responsibilities include creating design drawings, updating GIS and records, field verification, and coordinating with engineers, field staff, and the client. Local travel about 20% is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Entry-level through experienced candidates welcomed.
• 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 ability to document field information accurately.
• Comfortable working in both office and field environments.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work with 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 and work on underground projects.
• Develop and update design drawings, layouts, sketches, maps, and construction-ready packages using CAD, GIS, and utility design systems.
• Assist with design of underground facilities including cable routes, conduit systems, transformers, switchgear, handholes, and manholes.
• Support projects involving new electric service, system extensions, equipment replacements, reliability improvements, relocations, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Gather and organize field information to develop accurate designs.
• Conduct field visits and site investigations to document conditions and verify equipment locations.
• Assist with material takeoffs, cost estimates, bills of material, and construction documentation.
• Prepare and maintain plans, specifications, diagrams, and technical reports.
• Support permit applications and coordination with municipalities and agencies.
• Update GIS, mapping, and utility records as required.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, field personnel, and client representatives to resolve issues.
• Track projects to ensure design quality and schedules.
• Support construction activities through field verification and design revisions.
• Travel locally for fieldwork and project coordination ~20%.

Skills

CAD drafting

Technical aptitude

Reading/interpreting drawings

Office software

Field coordination

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in engineering technology/CAD/drafting/design tech

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

DDS / Distribution Design Studio

GIS

O-Calc

SPIDACalc

Job description

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, seeks a Design Technician to support overhead and underground electric distribution projects for a major utility in Greater Chicago and Northern Illinois. Entry to senior levels considered; CAD, drafting, and utility design experience are valued.

Responsibilities include creating design drawings, updating GIS and records, field verification, and coordinating with engineers, field staff, and the client. Local travel about 20% is required.