Gas Designer I/II

Milhouse Engineering and Construction • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Gas Designer is responsible for developing, reviewing, and guiding the production of natural gas distribution and transmission system designs. This role combines high‑level CAD proficiency with specialized utility design expertise to create detailed drawings, construction plans, material lists, calculations, and documentation using CAD and utility design platforms. The Gas Designer II interprets and implements engineering specifications, client standards, utility maps, permitting requirements, and industry codes to deliver safe, accurate, and constructible designs. This position supports technical mentorship to junior designers and CAD technicians, conducts quality control reviews, and drives continuous improvement in design workflows, standards, and documentation practices. This role requires consistent collaboration with project managers, engineers, cad technicians, field personnel, and external agencies to resolve design challenges, verify field conditions, coordinate data, and support successful execution of complex and large‑scale gas utility projects.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Engineering Technology, Drafting/Design, or a related technical field required.
• Minimum 2 years of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in an engineering or construction discipline required.
• Minimum 1 year of utility and/or gas distribution or transmission design experience preferred.
• Familiarity with utility design standards, pipeline safety regulations, and local permitting processes.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel to field locations (up to 15% local travel).
• Strong technical understanding of natural gas distribution system design, construction practices, and applicable industry codes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, utility maps, as‑built records, and field survey data.
• Knowledge of civil design principles and utility infrastructure best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve design conflicts efficiently.
• Excellent attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and quality control focus.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across disciplines.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities with the capacity to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and relevant project management tools.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Maximo and Fieldbook preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review complex CAD design drawings, maps, layouts, and construction plans for natural gas distribution and transmission systems.
• Conduct quality control reviews for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.
• Prepare plans, profiles, details, and testing procedures.
• Support preparation of detailed material lists, design calculations, cost‑related inputs, and documentation in support of project approvals and construction.
• Interpret engineering drawings, project specifications, client standards, utility maps, and survey data to ensure designs meet all requirements.
• Perform field visits to document existing conditions, verify measurements, and resolve design conflicts.
• Collaborate closely with CAD technicians, engineers, project managers, and permitting entities to ensure alignment and timely resolution of issues.
• Communicate with external agencies to obtain existing utility record data.
• Identify design efficiencies, recommend process improvements, and support continuous enhancement of internal standards and workflows.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to CAD technicians and designers, including conducting QA/QC reviews of their work.
• Support data and document entry across relevant project platforms and maintain organized project files.
• Report safety, health, and quality issues to management as required.
• Support management with special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Coverages
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Competitive Base Salary
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Professional Development Incentives
• Milhouse University (Cross-Functional Training)
• Employee Education & Development Program
• Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Extracurricular Sports Teams
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Transit Benefits Program
• Charitable Events and Activities offered through non-profit affiliate – Milhouse Charities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees