Design Technician (All Levels of Experience) - Q3C MN

Primoris Services Corporation•Little Canada, MN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Q3 Contracting has immediate openings for experienced Design Technicians in Little Canada, MN. The responsibility of this position is to function as the primary contact for future and existing customers by providing cost effective designs that balance customers’ needs in accordance with our customers standards and administrative guidelines.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Min. of Assoc. Degree in one of the following fields of study: drafting, design, automation, electronics, mechatronics, engineering, GIS, other related fields of study. In lieu of an Assoc. Degree: a combination of education and experience in design/drafting, construction, project management, or electronics providing equivalent experience and knowledge.
Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Designer I or equivalent experience.
Proficient in one or more of the following: GIS, design software, work management programs, and related systems or related systems required.
Knowledge of construction standards, materials, and technical codes.
Proficient in Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, etc.).
Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.
A Driver’s License may be required.

Responsibilities

Design safe operating facilities for new and existing customers according to Xcel Energy construction standards and interpret administrative instructions for consistent and cost-effective designs.
Provide distribution design project management for most areas of design, limited only to the most complex.
Responsible for the generation of additional company revenue through contacts with new business or existing customers.
Manage projects from initial customer contact through post project analysis.
Establish and manage the construction work plan to meet the customers’ schedule and design requirements as well as financial and budgetary requirements.
Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies.
Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements.
Represent the Company with government officials, contractors, city agencies, vendors, architects, and engineers to provide services to customers.