Entry-Level Electric Distribution Field & Design Tech

ENTRUST Solutions Group; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

ENTRUST Solutions Group is hiring an Entry-Level Electrical Design Technician to support electric distribution projects in the Charlotte/Hickory, NC area. The role blends fieldwork and design, with roughly half the time in the field and half in design activities, working locally and potentially traveling for permits.

Responsibilities include inspecting infrastructure, collecting field data, preparing BOMs and construction prints, and supporting design using Katapult and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Entry-level experience (0–1 years) in electrical distribution design, utility fielding, or a related technical field.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required for fielding responsibilities.
• Comfortable using computers and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Proficient with computer systems and technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform field visits to inspect utility infrastructure, collect accurate field data, and support the design of overhead and underground medium-voltage electric utility projects.
• Prepare construction work packages, including construction prints and BOMs, following client requirements, NESC standards, and regulatory processes.
• Utilize computer systems and utility design software to support overhead utility work and joint-use applications.
• Assess project requirements, including permitting needs, environmental considerations, and ROW documentation.
• Perform spatial analysis using GIS platforms to evaluate facility locations and constructability concerns.
• Support engineering calculations, including pole loading analysis and voltage drop.
• Provide engineering support during pre-construction activities and coordinate with line crews.
• Meet production expectations, including fielding approximately 40 poles per day.

Skills

Electrical distribution design

Field data collection

Microsoft Office

Katapult

Proficient with technology

Tools

Katapult

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

ENTRUST Solutions Group is hiring an Entry-Level Electrical Design Technician to support electric distribution projects in the Charlotte/Hickory, NC area. The role blends fieldwork and design, with roughly half the time in the field and half in design activities, working locally and potentially traveling for permits.

Responsibilities include inspecting infrastructure, collecting field data, preparing BOMs and construction prints, and supporting design using Katapult and Microsoft Office.