At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our Energy team provides unmatched infrastructure solutions for power delivery and renewable energy, offering expert planning and design for low to high-voltage facilities. We ensure safe, reliable, and affordable electricity for communities across various sectors, including power generation, renewables, and transportation electrification. Our comprehensive services are tailored to meet the technical, financial, environmental, and political needs of our clients. Whether the goal is to enhance current infrastructure or embark on a new innovative energy project, DEA has the expertise to see it through to completion and deliver a more resilient future.
The Transmission Practice is seeking a Senior Gas Designer, Distribution. This Wisconsin-based role is remote-friendly, and is ideal for an individual with the ability or willingness to work within or relocate near or within the Wisconsin Public Service territory.
This role supports the delivery of gas distribution design work for a new and growing client partnership with Wisconsin Public Service. On a daily basis, this person is executing detailed design work, producing plans and supporting field and construction requirements, while helping establish DEA’s capability in gas distribution.
As one of the first dedicated gas designers on the team, you will play a key role in building this discipline, ensuring work is delivered accurately and efficiently, and eventually providing oversight and guidance as additional designers are added.
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Perform gas distribution design, including preparation of plans, layouts, and supporting documentation for utility projects
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Execute design work consistently and efficiently to meet client timelines and delivery expectations
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Apply knowledge of utility standards, codes, and client-specific requirements to produce accurate, construction-ready designs
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Coordinate with internal team members and client stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project execution
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Support the development of gas design workflows, processes, and best practices as the team grows
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Provide guidance and oversight to junior designers as additional staff are onboarded
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Contribute to cross-training efforts to support long-term capability across both gas and electric distribution design
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5-7 Years of proven experience in gas distribution design within a utility or consulting environment
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Ability to independently execute design work and manage complex assignments with minimal supervision
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Demonstrated experience preparing construction-ready plans and technical design documentation
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Strong understanding of utility design standards, safety requirements, and field conditions
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Ability to manage workload in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment
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Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with both internal teams and clients
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Willingness to work in a field environment as needed
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Ability or willingness to work within or relocate near or within the Wisconsin Public Service territory
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Experience working with Wisconsin Public Service or similar utility clients
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Strong background specifically in gas distribution design
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Experience mentoring, reviewing, or overseeing the work of junior designers
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Familiarity with industry-standard design tools and utility systems
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Previous gas construction / maintenance field experience
We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us.
As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.
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Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
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Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
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Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
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Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
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Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!
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Retirement: 401k plan
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Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
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Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
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Potential salary range: $41.10/hour - $61.65/hour
- The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
If you are a recruiter, search agency, or otherwise wish to refer a candidate to DEA, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate to DEA without an active and signed written agreement in place in advance with DEA Human Resources. Any resume submitted to any DEA employee by an external recruiter without a written agreement in place at the time of submission will be considered the property of DEA and DEA will not be liable for the payment of a placement fee. If you would like to notify DEA of your interest in initiating a written agreement for services, please e-mail [email protected].
Potential office locations include: Green Bay, WI; Appleton, WI; Oshkosh, WI; Wausau, WI; Fond du Lac, WI.
