Entry Level Design Technician

Job Title:

Design Tech

Job Description

The Design Tech plays a key role in developing detailed design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems ranging from 4kV to 138kV. This position focuses primarily on programmatic work such as overloaded transformers, inspection and maintenance, joint use, and inspection reports. The role combines office-based engineering design with field inspections and offers strong training, career growth, and long-term stability in the power distribution industry.

Responsibilities

+ Develop comprehensive design and construction work packages for electrical overhead and underground distribution systems operating from 4kV through 138kV, with a focus on programmatic work including overloaded transformers, inspection and maintenance, joint use, and inspection reports.

+ Ensure all work complies with safety requirements as well as established design and quality standards.

+ Travel to project sites as needed to perform field inspections, gather data, and then return to the office to complete detailed engineering design work.

+ Perform engineering calculations such as structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, specifying conductor sags and tensions for recommended spans, and calculating voltage drop and flicker.

+ Develop permitting documents for various Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), ensuring accuracy and compliance with local requirements.

+ Provide engineering support during construction, including responding to questions from field personnel and reviewing construction activities for alignment with design intent.

+ Conduct post-construction reviews to confirm that all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met.

+ Perform root cause analysis of outages and develop mitigation strategies using sound engineering principles and design best practices.

+ Collaborate with internal teams and clients, representing the business professionally in meetings and discussions.

+ Contribute to a fast-paced project environment, managing priorities and timelines while maintaining high-quality deliverables.

+ Demonstrate the desire and ability to lead a team of engineers and contribute to complex design efforts as experience grows.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Engineering Technology (mechanical, electrical, civil, or related discipline).

+ Foundational knowledge of power distribution and electrical distribution systems.

+ Ability to develop design and construction work packages for distribution systems.

+ Ability to perform engineering calculations, including structural analysis for wood pole loading, guying calculations, conductor sag and tension specifications, and voltage drop and flicker calculations.

+ Strong desire and ability to lead a team of engineers and contribute to complicated designs.

+ Ability to interact directly with clients and represent oneself and the business in a professional manner.

+ Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and deadlines.

+ Proficiency or familiarity with engineering and design tools commonly used in utility and power distribution work, including GIS-based tools.

+ Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, especially for root cause analysis of outages and mitigation design.

+ Willingness and ability to travel to field sites as needed for inspections and project support.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is preferred.

+ Any prior experience in power distribution or electrical distribution design is a plus.

+ Experience or familiarity with utility engineering environments and standards.

+ Comfort working with GIS and other technical tools used in power distribution design.

+ Strong communication skills for collaborating with engineering teams and clients.

+ Interest in long-term career growth within the power delivery and infrastructure modernization industry.

+ Motivation to learn and develop in an industry that offers stability, longevity, and competitive career opportunities.

Work Environment

This role is based in an office environment with a cubicle setup, supporting…