Sr. Design Technician - Electric Distribution

ENTRUST Solutions Group; Red Bank (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking a Sr. Design Technician to support electric distribution design projects and mentor junior team members. The role involves field work, data collection, and developing design solutions for overhead and underground systems.

Required 2–5 years in a design/engineering technician role, proficiency with AutoCAD/MicroStation, GIS familiarity, and strong client-facing communication. Travel may be required; company safety standards and regulatory guidelines apply.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in a design/engineering technician role.
• Foundational utility distribution design experience and layouts.
• Proficient with CAD software and MS Office; able to interpret drawings and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform field visits to collect data for design packages.
• Design overhead/underground distribution systems and prepare drawings and BOMs.
• Provide calculations (pole loading, voltage drop, easement, permitting, cost estimates).
• Lead junior technicians and coordinate with engineers and crews.
• Travel for field assignments; maintain safety and quality standards.

Skills

AutoCAD/MicroStation proficiency

Field data collection

Client-facing communication

Design software interpretation

Education

Associate degree or advanced technical degree in a related field

Tools

DDS design tools

GIS (SmallWorld/Bentley)

Microsoft Office

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 hands‑on field work, developing utility design solutions, and mentoring junior team members.

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.
• Foundational 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 in gas and/or electric distribution design.
• 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.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and safety practices.

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.