Entry-level Design Technician

Job Title: Design Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Design Technician to perform design tasks for a variety of utility customers using AutoCAD. The role involves completing designs for associated utility projects and tasks such as drafting, engineering calculations, easement validation, design/construction cost estimating, and permit package development.

Responsibilities

• Draft and design utility projects using AutoCAD.
• Perform engineering calculations and validate easements.
• Estimate design and construction costs.
• Develop permit packages.
• Conduct surveys and oversee overhead and underground line inspections and testing.
• Document power distribution, compressors, and other related facilities.
• Manage multiple projects to ensure timely completion and high customer satisfaction.
• Review GIS Smallworld for updates or conflicts.
• Coordinate construction projects across multiple departments to meet deadlines and client needs.
• Incorporate company safety rules, design standards, and governing authority regulations into daily work.
• Design overhead and underground utility electric projects.
• Process permit files and decipher electronic pole diagrams.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Ability to pass a math/measurement assessment.
• Interest or experience in utility industry design, such as pole construction, drafting, fielding, or engineering.
• CAD experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with GIS Smallworld is a plus.
• Construction experience is advantageous.
• Associate's degree in design, drafting, engineering, or a related field.
• Ability to drive a personal vehicle for fielding.

Work Environment

The position involves a mix of field and remote work, with approximately 20% fieldwork that may increase to 45% depending on project needs. The office work is currently conducted from home, but there may be a transition to an office setting next year. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain entry-level experience in design within the utility industry.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Centennial, CO.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Centennial,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.