Sr. Design Technician - Electric Distribution

ENTRUST Solutions Group; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous paid time off

Retirement program with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Entrust Solutions Group, a Leidos company, seeks a Sr. Design Technician to support electric distribution system design projects. The role combines field data collection with drafting, analysis, and coordination with engineers and crews.

You design overhead and underground layouts, prepare construction drawings, BOMs, and documentation, perform pole loading and voltage drop calculations, and mentor junior technicians while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years in a design or engineering technician role.
• Experience in utility distribution network design and pole line layouts.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Ability to interpret drawings and utility standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Client-facing experience and strong communication.
• Willingness to travel for fieldwork (mileage reimbursed).

Responsibilities

• Perform field visits to collect data on utility poles and infrastructure.
• Design overhead and underground distribution systems with drawings and BOMs.
• Provide calculations such as pole loading and voltage drop.
• Conduct pole analysis modeling and prepare design prints.
• Support pre-construction activities and answer design questions.
• Lead junior technicians and manage multiple projects.

Skills

Experience in utility design

Client-facing communication

Travel willingness

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associate degree or advanced technical degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job 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 occasional hands-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.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• 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.
• Experience mentoring junior technicians.

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.

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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.