Junior CAD & Field Design Technician

Aqua America, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoples Natural Gas, an Essential Utilities company, seeks a Design Technician to support the Engineering and Operations Division. You will assist with layout, design, and field data collection to ensure safe, efficient gas delivery within the service area.

The role emphasizes accurate measurements, cost estimates, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards while supporting project progression and documentation.”

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• 1+ years of relatable experience in natural gas or underground projects.
• Valid driver's license to operate company vehicles.
• Complies with pipeline safety rules under 49 CFR Parts 192.

Responsibilities

• Assist with layout and design engineering for construction, repairs, or site modifications.
• Maintain databases, records, and files using technical software, including CAD drawings.
• Perform field work: measurements, stake locating, minor ROW clearing, etc.

Skills

CAD

Field measurements

Cost estimation

Data entry

Permit knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Peoples Natural Gas, an Essential Utilities company, seeks a Design Technician to support the Engineering and Operations Division. You will assist with layout, design, and field data collection to ensure safe, efficient gas delivery within the service area.

The role emphasizes accurate measurements, cost estimates, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards while supporting project progression and documentation.”