Utility Designer II – Electric & Gas Layouts

Pape-Dawson; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers seeks a Utility Designer II to independently prepare utility design plans for residential and commercial developments in Texas. The role collaborates with engineers, PMs, and external agencies to deliver accurate, constructible designs and on-time project delivery.

Mentorship of junior team members may be required. The candidate will analyze field data, develop layouts for electric and gas systems, and ensure regulatory compliance and QA/QC across all design work.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in CAD, GIS, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 3-5 years of utility design experience, including electric and gas distribution.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS for mapping and data analysis; design standards; coordination; asset management tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for reporting, coordination, and communication.
• Strong understanding of permitting processes and regulatory compliance related to utility infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise complex utility design drawings, construction documents, and exhibits from redlines and engineering input.
• Independently perform utility design layout for electric, gas, and other infrastructure systems.
• Analyze sketches, field data, and design notes to determine optimal layout strategies meeting regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate utility designs with internal engineering teams, municipalities, and utility providers.
• Ensure QA/QC processes and permitting requirements are integrated into design documentation.
• Assist with or lead preparation and submittal of utility permit applications, tracking progress and coordinating responses to agency comments.
• Use ArcGIS to perform mapping and spatial analysis tasks relevant to utility design.
• Communicate progress and schedule impacts to project managers.

Skills

ArcGIS

CAD (2D/3D)

Microsoft Office

Communication

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in CAD/GIS/Civil Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

ARM or similar

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers seeks a Utility Designer II to independently prepare utility design plans for residential and commercial developments in Texas. The role collaborates with engineers, PMs, and external agencies to deliver accurate, constructible designs and on-time project delivery.

Mentorship of junior team members may be required. The candidate will analyze field data, develop layouts for electric and gas systems, and ensure regulatory compliance and QA/QC across all design work.