Entry-Level Design Technician (Hybrid) – Electric Utility Projects

ENTRUST • Durham, NC

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

Kickstart your career as an Entry-Level Electrical Design Technician with ENTRUST Solutions Group! In this role, you will contribute to the design of overhead and underground medium-voltage electric utility infrastructure, gaining hands-on experience in grid improvement projects. Location: Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill/Fuquay Varina About the Role: Are you ready to take the next step in your career? ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking an entry-level Electric Distribution Design Technician to join our dynamic team! In this role, you will contribute to the design of overhead and underground medium-voltage electric utility infrastructure, gaining hands-on experience in grid improvement projects.

Requirements

• Entry-level (0-2 years) in a design engineering role.
• Associate's degree in technical related field or equivalent experience is preferred
• Must have valid driver license and reliable transportation for fielding expectations.
• Skilled in a CAD software (e.g. MicroStation, AutoCAD, etc.) and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills; highly organized; a strong desire to learn and grow in a technical environment; and the ability to problem-solve using sound engineering principle

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction work packages (including construction prints, BOMs) in full compliance with client, NESC, and other regulatory standards & processes using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Work Management Systems (WMS), and other client systems.
• Assess project requirements to identify the need for specific permitting, environmental guidance, or Right-of-Way (ROW) acquisitions/mutual consent, and manage the preparation and submittal of all corresponding documentation.
• Perform spatial analysis using various GIS platforms to evaluate new facility locations, constructability concerns, and potential for environmental impact.
• Perform engineering calculations that may include pole loading analysis, voltage drop and flicker, cable pulling analysis.
• Conduct field visits (25%-30% of the time) to inspect infrastructure and ensure the accuracy of designs and performing engineering notifications for net new work.
• Support pre-construction activities by providing engineering support to the line crew and occasionally attending on-site meetings.

Benefits

• generous paid time off
• retirement program with a company match
• tuition reimbursement
• flexible work schedules
• company-sponsored medical, dental, vision
• 401(k) plan with company match
• voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident and hospitalization plans
• HSA or FSA medical accounts
• FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree