Sr. Design Technician - Electric Distribution

ENTRUST Solutions Group, A Leidos Company; Durham (NC); Remote; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, seeks a Sr. Design Technician to support electric distribution system design projects and perform field data collection, drafting, and design calculations across utility networks.

The role involves coordinating with engineers, designers, and field crews, leading junior technicians, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards while managing multiple projects to meet client expectations.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in a design technician or utility design role.
• Experience with utility distribution network design and pole/line layouts.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Perform field visits to collect data for design packages.
• Design overhead and underground distribution systems and prepare drawings.
• Provide calculations for pole loading, voltage drop, and permitting.
• Lead junior technicians in data collection and drafting.
• Manage multiple projects to meet schedules and client expectations.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules and regulatory standards.

Skills

Field data collection

Client-facing

Communication skills

Team leadership

Travel willingness

Education

Associate degree or higher

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Requisition Number: SRDES006935

• Posted : October 15, 2026
• Full-Time
• Remote

Locations

Showing 1 location

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your technical skills in a fast-growing company that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning? ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking a Sr. Design Technician to support electric distribution system design projects that power communities. This position is ideal for an experienced technician who enjoys developing utility design solutions, collaborating with team members and occasionalhands-on field work,

What you'll do:

• Perform field visits to collect data on utility poles and electrical infrastructure, ensuring accuracy for design packages.
• Design overhead and underground electric distribution systems, preparing construction drawings, bills of materials, and documentation.
• Provide calculations such as pole loading, voltage drop, easement validation, permitting requirements, and cost estimating.
• Conduct pole analysis modeling, develop materials lists, perform GIS reviews, and prepare or update design prints.
• Support pre-construction activities and answer design and site-related questions.
• Review client records, GIS data, and field information to identify conflicts, verify accuracy, and incorporate updates.
• Lead junior technicians through data collection, drafting, and utility design standards.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting quality, schedule, and client expectations.
• Apply company safety rules, client standards, and regulatory requirements (RUS, NESC, permitting).
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and construction crews, participating in walkdowns and coordination meetings.
• Work independently with strong communication and documentation practices.

Here's what you'll need:

• 2–5 years of experience in a design technician, engineering technician, or utility design role.
• Experience in utility distribution network design, overhead/underground layouts, pole line design, etc.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar drafting/design software.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and utility standards.
• Client-facing experience and strong communication skills.
• Willingness to travel for fielding assignments, as needed (mileage reimbursed).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with BOUD or Maximo
• Experience with DDS design software tools.
• Knowledge of GIS systems such as SmallWorld or Bentley Utility Designer.
• Associate degree or advanced technical degree in a related field.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, retirement program with a company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.

Why Join Us?

At ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, we are driven by a commitment to innovation, technical excellence, and delivering the critical infrastructure that powers and connects communities. Together with Leidos, we are building a scaled, end-to-end energy and infrastructure organization focused on modernizing the grid, improving reliability, and helping utilities and network providers meet rising demand.

As an ENR top ranked firm, our team of more than 5,000 professionals brings deep technical expertise and advanced technology across electric, gas, and telecommunications infrastructure. We solve complex challenges for clients across North America and expanding markets, helping them strengthen reliability, expand capacity, and adapt to evolving infrastructure needs.

We foster a culture where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are expected, and where people are empowered to challenge convention, think boldly, and make an impact. Whether you are looking to grow your expertise, lead transformative projects, or help shape the future of infrastructure, you will find opportunities to thrive here.

If you are ready to outthink the status quo, tackle meaningful challenges, and build what is next, we would love to hear from you.

ENTRUST Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering.

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