Engineering Tech​/Designer

Engineering Tech/Designer

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• In-Office Position - Entry Level - Growth Opportunities - Training Provided

Tech Serv has been providing the highest quality consulting and engineering services to the electric utility and telecommunications industry since 1992. We are a rapidly growing, progressive company dedicated to hiring and developing a highly skilled, diverse, engaged workforce to meet and exceed our clients' needs.

Tech Serv offers a competitive benefits package including health, vision, and dental benefits, 401K, training and development opportunities, and paid time off. Learn more at

As an entry-level Engineering Technician / Designer for the Electrical Distribution team at Tech Serv, you will begin with 2-3 weeks of hands‑on job training. You will gain industry certification(s), and become proficient with the client's proprietary CAD software. After completing training, you will work under the general supervision of Project Coordinators to create high‑quality designs for newbuilds, alterations, and redevelopments on a variety of projects, including electrical distribution design, transmission, and substation design.

You will work as part of a team to support various project phases, including planning, site evaluation, design analysis, report preparation, construction documentation, and more. Over time, you will work with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients. Travel is required for this position (approximately 20 % of the time).

This position serves as an entry point for additional levels of growth throughout the company (e.g., Engineering Technician II, III, IV). The ideal candidate for this role has a strong interest in working with technology and working in a team setting in an open office plan.

Under general supervision, in this role you will:

• Use proprietary drafting software (CAD) for client projects, including newbuilds, alterations, redevelopments, etc., and work with Engineers to implement design changes into the system
• Execute a variety of electrical design assignments using the client’s distribution standard drawings and comply with NES procedures
• Execute changes to designs or sketches and redlines or mark‑ups on ongoing projects
• Analyze reports, drawings, and tests to plan and design projects
• Interpret and incorporate design codes and specifications related to design requirements
• Review design drawings for quality assurance (to ensure projects are within scope, budget, and schedule)
• Perform project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines
• Work with leaders and team members to facilitate/support internal change efforts to increase organizational effectiveness
• Assist with the set‑up of projects in applicable project management systems and ensure accurate data entry
• Travel to regional job sites per client specifications (20 %)

This description is a general statement of required essential functions performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

• Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, Micro Station, and Solid Works – preferred, but not required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Ability to work collaboratively with others, including, but not limited to:
  Project Managers, Engineers, and other Tech/Designers
• Knowledge of electrical design, calculations, and design systems is a plus
• Experience working with electrical distribution systems is a plus
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple tasks
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and attention to detail

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Associate's Degree in Drafting / Design Technology (or similar) is preferred, but not required
• Microsoft Office Suite (emphasis on Excel)

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401K with Company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 Paid Company Holidays