Gas Distribution Design Tech – CAD & Field Design
Job in
Reading, Berks County, Pennsylvania, 19610, USA
Listed on 2026-05-31
Listing for:
Aqua
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-31
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Engineering Design & Technologists, Environmental Engineer, Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Peoples, An Essential Utilities Company, Has Been Proudly Serving Western Pennsylvania For Over 130 Years, Offering Talented Individuals The Opportunity To Serve More Than 700,000 Customers In The Region. Peoples Is More Than Your Average Natural Gas Utility. We Have a Vision To
- Provide valuable services to our customers
- Encourage economic growth for businesses in our region
- Improve the quality of life for our communities
- Ensure that we are protecting our environment
- Support our employees and partners
About Essential Utilities
Essential Utilities, Inc. delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities.
Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states. We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status - including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as well as a commitment to career growth opportunities.
We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint.
Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S.
What You'll Do
The Design Technician position offers an exciting career opportunity in the Engineering and Operations Division at Peoples Natural Gas. This position performs various technical office and field duties related to the gas operations and gas facilities necessary to supply or maintain the required energy service delivery within a distribution area.
- Assist with layout and design engineering work for construction, repairs, or site modifications.
- Maintain informational databases, records, general data archives, or files using technical software, including Auto Cad drawings.
- Perform field work such as measuring accurately with tape or wheel, taking basic field notes, driving locating stakes, minor right-of-way clearing, and other similar tasks.
- Provide administrative assistance or technical advice related to fieldwork needs, such as (but not limited to) permits, database entries, materials requests, map plotting, applications, gas availability, etc.
- Respond, with guidance, to calls from field crews, customers, external groups, etc., requiring gas operations information.
- Prepare cost estimates and determine cost-effective methods of project completion.
- Ensure compliance with company, federal, and state codes.
- Actively participate in safety and training activities or equipment use and repairs.
- Participate in audits, meetings, briefings, etc., with internal and external individuals or groups.
The Design Technician role is part of a defined career progression at Peoples Natural Gas. Employees can advance through three levels—Design Technician I, II, and III—as they develop technical proficiency, project experience, and increased responsibility.
- Design Technician I:
Build foundational skills in project planning and development, estimating, CAD, field scoping and measurements, design standards, permitting, and system records. - Design Technician II:
Perform intermediate design tasks, support larger projects, and work more independently while strengthening technical decision‑making. - Design Technician III:
Lead advanced design work, support complex or multi‑phase projects, and serve as a technical resource for internal teams.
What You'll Love
This position is ideal for entry-level engineers looking to build their skill set, grow within the company, and make a strong impact in a fascinating industry! The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize competing deadlines. Are you looking for a career to enhance your…
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