Entry-Level Design Technician: CAD & Field Design

Aqua America, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoples Natural Gas is seeking a Design Technician I to support engineering and operations in the gas distribution network. The role involves CAD-based design, field measurements, and data management to ensure safe, compliant project execution.

Ideal candidates have an engineering degree and at least one year of related experience, plus a valid driver's license. The position offers on-site work and opportunities for growth within the design technician progression.

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.
• Perform field work such as measuring accurately with tape or wheel, taking basic field notes, driving locating stakes, minor right-of-way clearing, and other similar tasks.
• Provide administrative assistance or technical advice related to fieldwork needs, such as permits, database entries, materials requests, map plotting, applications, gas availability, etc.
• Respond, with guidance, to calls from field crews, customers, external groups, etc., 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.
• Participate in audits, meetings, briefings, etc., with internal and external individuals or groups.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Valid driver’s license

Education

Engineering degree (Associate or Bachelor)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Peoples Natural Gas is seeking a Design Technician I to support engineering and operations in the gas distribution network. The role involves CAD-based design, field measurements, and data management to ensure safe, compliant project execution.

Ideal candidates have an engineering degree and at least one year of related experience, plus a valid driver's license. The position offers on-site work and opportunities for growth within the design technician progression.