Associate Design Technician - Power Delivery

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Join Olsson's Transmission and Distribution (Power Delivery) team and help shape the future of energy systems. As an Associate Design Technician, you’ll contribute to the design of high-powered substations using MicroStation, Revit, and AutoCAD software, supporting the infrastructure that powers our communities. Working alongside experienced engineers and technicians, you’ll develop technical expertise while producing accurate and detailed designs that meet future energy demands.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and motivated designer looking to expand their skills in substation and transmission projects while collaborating with a team that values innovation, quality, and client success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in computer-aided design (CAD) operations, including plan production and entry-level design tasks under moderate supervision.
• Develop detailed drawings for utility transmission and substation projects using MicroStation, Revit, or AutoCAD.
• Support the creation and modification of plan sheets, layouts, and design models.
• Assist in updating project specifications, running design calculations, and determining material needs.
• Collaborate with engineers and senior designers to ensure project accuracy and efficiency.
• Perform engineering support tasks, including gathering data, maintaining computer files, and documenting design changes.
• Participate in client meetings and site visits to better understand project requirements and design feasibility.

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well with a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Associate degree in a related field (preferred).
• 3+ years of experience using MicroStation, AutoCAD, or similar design software.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment and communicate technical concepts effectively.
• Experience in substation or utility transmission design (preferred but not required).

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.