Design Technician
About The Position
The Design Technical Specialist I 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. 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 engineering abilities, particularly in project management and design, where you can expand your skillset and use your analytical disposition and impeccable attention to detail? Let's talk!
Requirements
- Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
- 1+ years of relatable experience, preferably in natural gas or underground pipeline projects.
- Valid driver's license (to operate Peoples Company Vehicles).
Responsibilities
- 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 AutoCad 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Utilities
Education Level
Associate degree
