Senior Design Technician - Electric Distribution

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🌲 North Carolina – Remote

🌲 North Carolina – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

✍️ Designer

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ENTRUST Solutions Group

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2002

💼 Consulting

📦 Logistics

🏗️ Construction

Consulting • Logistics • Construction

ENTRUST Solutions Group is a North American utility engineering and consulting firm specializing in electric and gas infrastructure. The company delivers engineering, program and project management, regulatory compliance, inspection and construction management, automation, and data solutions across transmission, distribution, substations, power generation, renewable energy, and pipeline projects. Serving utilities, co-ops, municipal and government clients across all 50 states and Canada, ENTRUST emphasizes innovation, technical expertise, and community-focused infrastructure modernization with a workforce of over 3,200 professionals and more than two decades of experience.

📋 Description

• Perform field visits to collect data on utility poles and electrical infrastructure • Design overhead and underground electric distribution systems • Prepare construction drawings, bills of materials, and documentation • Perform pole loading, voltage drop, easement validation, permitting, and cost-estimating calculations • 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 and verify accuracy • 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 including RUS, NESC, and permitting • Collaborate with engineers, designers, and construction crews • Participate in walkdowns and coordination meetings • Work independently while maintaining strong communication and documentation practices

🎯 Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in a design technician, engineering technician, or utility design role • Experience in utility distribution network design, overhead/underground layouts, and pole line design • 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 • Experience with BOUD or Maximo preferred • Experience with DDS design software tools preferred • Knowledge of GIS systems such as SmallWorld or Bentley Utility Designer preferred • Associate degree or advanced technical degree in a related field preferred • Experience mentoring junior technicians preferred • Preferred education listed as Bachelor's or better in Electrical Engineering

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary • Comprehensive benefits package • Generous paid time off • Retirement program with a company match • Tuition reimbursement • Flexible work schedules • Supportive and inclusive work environment • Opportunities for professional growth and career development • Mileage reimbursed for fielding assignments