Engineering Technician

NES Fircroft

Overland Park, KS

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation, Biology, CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting), Content Delivery/Distribution, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Document Control, Documentation, Documentation Standards, Engineering Drawing, Industry Standards, Infrastructure Construction, Manufacturing, Material Take Off, Mine Planning, Mining Industry, Oil and Gas, Project Engineering, Project Start-Up, Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Engineering, Structural Engineering, Technical Drawing, Technical Leadership, Technical Recruiting, Technical/Engineering Design

LOCATION

Overland Park, KS

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Locations (Onsite - 5 days/week):
Overland Park, KS | Ann Arbor, MI | Houston, TX | Orlando, FL | Raleigh, NC | Denver, CO | Tualatin, OR Job Summary We are seeking a Structural Staff Engineering Technician - Overhead Transmission to support grid infrastructureprojects, including overhead transmission line design, within a multidisciplinary engineering environment. This role plays a key part in delivering high-quality engineering documentation, drawings, and models while supporting design teams on complex industrial and commercial projects.

Working within the Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) team, the technician will apply advanced technical skills and knowledge of engineering principles to produce and modify structural design deliverables using industry-standard tools.

Key Responsibilities

Function in a project engineering technician capacity, supporting design and engineering teams.
Develop, modify, and maintain technical drawings, models, and deliverables.
Produce designs using AutoCAD, MicroStation, PLS-CADD, and other digital tools.
Apply engineering principles and established design practices to moderately complex design solutions.
Review project requirements and ensure accurate formatting and content of deliverables.
Perform design calculations, material quantity take-offs, and estimates.
Ensure all work complies with applicable codes, standards, and company quality procedures.
Maintain document control standards and adhere to company policies.
Provide technical guidance and direction to junior technicians and team members.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project deliverables.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and quality assurance processes.
May assist with field activities or project startup support when required.
Review inputs and outputs to ensure consistency and accuracy across deliverables.

Required Qualifications

Diploma or Certificate in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field
(Associate degree preferred)
Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in engineering technician or drafting roles.
Mandatory: Experience in overhead transmission design.
Strong proficiency in:
- AutoCAD
- MicroStation
Familiarity with engineering standards, codes, and document control processes

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

Engineering Technician

NES Fircroft

Overland Park, KS

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NES Fircroft

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