Senior Electric Distribution Design Tech - Field Data

Ultipro; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Health benefits

Job summary

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, is seeking a experienced field technician to support utility design projects in Houston. The role involves field data collection, drafting, and mentoring junior staff across overhead and underground distribution systems.

You will perform design computations, prepare construction drawings and BOMs, and coordinate with engineers and crews. Travel to client sites is expected.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in a design technician or utility design role.
• Familiarity with electric distribution systems (overhead/underground).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation or similar drafting software.
• Ability to read construction drawings, specs, and utility standards.
• Reliable vehicle and willingness to travel regularly for fielding assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform field visits to collect data on poles and infrastructure for design packages.
• Design overhead and underground electric distribution systems and prepare BOMs.
• Provide calculations: pole loading, voltage drop, permitting, and cost estimating.
• Conduct pole analysis modeling, GIS reviews, and prepare/update design prints.
• Support pre-construction activities and answer site/design questions.
• Review client records and field data to identify conflicts and updates.
• Lead junior technicians in data collection, drafting, and standards compliance.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring quality, schedule, and client satisfaction.
• Apply safety rules and regulatory requirements (RUS, NESC, permitting).
• Collaborate with engineers/designers/construction crews; participate in walkdowns.
• Work independently with strong communication and documentation practices.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Reading drawings

Travel willingness

Education

Associate degree or higher in electrical/engineering tech

Tools

DDS design tools

SmallWorld GIS

Bentley Utilities Designer

Job description

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, is seeking a experienced field technician to support utility design projects in Houston. The role involves field data collection, drafting, and mentoring junior staff across overhead and underground distribution systems.

You will perform design computations, prepare construction drawings and BOMs, and coordinate with engineers and crews. Travel to client sites is expected.