Engineering Technician I

Aquent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent is recruiting for a client energy company in Houston to support engineering and operations through geographic data management and project documentation. The role involves coordinating facility data, maps, and project notifications to internal teams and external partners.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication, analytical skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player and detail-oriented.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications and office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide location data for company facilities to internal and external construction and maintenance personnel.
• Distribute, monitor, track, and archive external construction project plans.
• Monitor and administer access to internal support platforms.
• Perform basic maintenance and editing of existing internal support platforms as needed.
• Create facility map packets for private and public projects using specialized mapping software, and provide finished products to government agencies, engineering consultants, and other third-party customers.
• Receive and distribute project notifications for public improvement projects to the appropriate company manager/designer.
• Create notification numbers for engineering projects.
• Apply for Right-of-Way (ROW) permits from state and local government entities for engineering, construction, and maintenance projects, and follow up until approved.
• Submit 48-hour notification of intent to start construction projects to relevant state agencies and other entities as required.
• Digitally sign client plan sets when required by local government entities.
• Coordinate easement encroachments for engineering projects.
• Facilitate the coordination of supply shutdowns between internal teams and external partners.
• Prepare and send construction documentation packages with required construction drawings, work orders, environmental reports, budget approvals, etc., to all concerned parties.
• Utilize Microsoft Office suite and specialized mapping and enterprise resource planning software in support of engineering.
• Perform additional duties as directed in support of engineering and operations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Team player

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Specialized mapping software

ERP software

Job description

Our client is a prominent energy company committed to providing reliable and safe energy solutions to a broad customer base. With a focus on innovation and operational excellence, they are at the forefront of developing and maintaining the infrastructure that powers homes and businesses. Joining their team means becoming part of an organization with a strong commitment to community service and sustainable growth within the energy industry.

Key Responsibilities

Provide location data for company facilities to internal and external construction and maintenance personnel.

Distribute, monitor, track, and archive external construction project plans.

Monitor and administer access to internal support platforms.

Perform basic maintenance and editing of existing internal support platforms as needed.

Create facility map packets for private and public projects using specialized mapping software, and provide finished products to government agencies, engineering consultants, and other third-party customers.

Receive and distribute project notifications for public improvement projects to the appropriate company manager/designer.

Create notification numbers for engineering projects.

Apply for Right-of-Way (ROW) permits from state and local government entities for engineering, construction, and maintenance projects, and follow up until approved.

Submit 48-hour notification of intent to start construction projects to relevant state agencies and other entities as required.

Digitally sign client plan sets when required by local government entities.

Coordinate easement encroachments for engineering projects.

Facilitate the coordination of supply shutdowns between internal teams and external partners.

Prepare and send construction documentation packages with required construction drawings, work orders, environmental reports, budget approvals, etc., to all concerned parties.

Utilize Microsoft Office suite and specialized mapping and enterprise resource planning software in support of engineering.

Perform additional duties as directed in support of engineering and operations.

Must-Have Qualifications

High School diploma or GED.

No prior experience required.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

Demonstrated ability to be a team player and detail-oriented.

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications and office equipment.

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.