Utility Permit Engineering Technician

Qualus

Remote Utility Permit Engineering Technician researching permits and drafting CAD sketches for Qualus power infrastructure projects. Supporting utility, fiber, and electric distribution clients.

Posted 9/10/2026full-timeRemote • Nevada • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $25 - $35 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Proficient in CAD software such as AutoCAD and Civil3D, with a strong understanding of Right of Way, Easements, and property boundaries. Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in managing permitting requirements and producing accurate permit drawings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CAD ProficiencyRight of Way KnowledgeDocument Management ExperienceClient CoordinationOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

CAD SoftwareAutoCADCivil3DPermit Sketch DraftingDocument Submission ProcessesLegal ConceptsProperty BoundariesEasementsMeasurementsPermit Requirements Research

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailConscientiousnessCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Client ServersDocument Repositories

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma

Industry Keywords

Permit RequirementsAgency ApprovalSafety ProceduresDesign ProficiencyUtility Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research permit requirements based on job type and agency
Research property appraiser sites, county GIS, legal documents, plats, easements, and right-of-way dimensions
Draw and draft permit sketches adhering to agency-specific requirements
Work with Design Engineers on overhead and underground fiber and electric distribution projects
Prepare CAD drawings showing client work, agency right-of-way boundaries, existing underground utilities, and measurements from utilities to the work zone
Communicate with client Permit Coordinators to secure agency approval and coordinate corrections
Submit required documents to client servers and document repositories
Track and update permitting requirements
Attend regular training sessions to maintain design proficiency
Promote a safe work environment and follow safety procedures, including tailboard meetings and vehicle safety inspections when applicable
Stay current on client guideline changes

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma
2-3 years of experience coordinating with clients, permit authorities, and internal teams to ensure timely approval of permit drawings
Knowledge of Right of Way, Easements, road ownership, property boundaries, and related legal concepts
Proficiency in computer-aided drafting (CAD) software, such as AutoCAD, Civil3D, or similar programs
Experience in document management and submission processes, including using client servers and repositories
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to track and manage multiple permitting requirements simultaneously
Conscientiousness and attention to detail for producing clean, concise, and accurate permit drawings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
Retirement Savings Plans, including employer matching where applicable
Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Company Holidays