Design Technician – Electric Distribution

Job overview

The Design Technician – Electric Distribution role supports distribution design projects for a major electric utility in the Greater Chicago and Northern Illinois area. The listing describes office and field work but does not specify a remote or hybrid arrangement; compensation is $20–$28 per hour. The role is part of ENTRUST Solutions Group’s Electric Projects & Programs team, helping deliver safe and reliable electric service.

What you'll do

• Support overhead and underground distribution design
• develop and update drawings, layouts, maps, and construction-ready packages using CAD, GIS, and utility-specific systems
• gather field information and conduct site investigations
• assist with material takeoffs, estimates, bills of material, permits, and technical documentation
• update GIS and utility records
• coordinate with project and construction teams
• track deliverables
• and support construction through field verification and design revisions. Local travel for fieldwork and coordination is approximately 20%.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

electric distribution

design technician

cad

gis

underground distribution

field investigations

local travel approximately 20%

chicago il

entrust solutions group

$20–$28/hour

high school diploma or equivalent

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

High school diploma or equivalent required; entry-level through experienced candidates considered; underground distribution experience is highly preferred.

About the employer

ENTRUST Solutions Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.