Telecommunications & Security Design Engineer (Entry Level) | Seattle, WA
Full-Time | Seattle Office
The Opportunity
You don’t need 10 years of experience to do meaningful work here. This nationally recognized MEP consulting firm — with active projects on 6 continents — is looking for an entry-level Telecom & Security Design Engineer who is curious, driven, and ready to grow into one of the most specialized and in-demand disciplines in the industry.
If you have a building design background or an electrical-related degree and you know Revit, we want to talk.
What You’ll Do
∙Support the design of telecommunications, structured cabling, security, access control, and surveillance systems for commercial, healthcare, campus, and mission-critical projects
∙Produce drawings and documentation in Revit under the guidance of senior engineers and project leads
∙Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, and architectural teams on integrated building designs
∙Learn and develop expertise in low-voltage systems, IT infrastructure, and building technology design
∙Attend project meetings and site visits as the role grows
What You Bring
Required:
∙Degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, or related building design field — OR equivalent hands-on building design experience
∙Proficiency in Revit — this is a must
∙Genuine interest in telecommunications, security systems, or building technology design
∙Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
Preferred:
∙Any exposure to structured cabling, access control, CCTV, or fire alarm systems
∙Familiarity with AutoCAD
∙Internship or coursework in MEP or building systems design
Why Join
∙Get in at ground level in a highly specialized, high-demand discipline
∙Work on some of the most complex and prestigious project types in the region — healthcare, mission-critical, campus infrastructure, and more
∙60+ year firm with national reach and a culture of mentorship and continuous learning
∙Cross-disciplinary lunch-and-learns built into the culture — you’ll learn from mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and commissioning engineers regularly
∙A firm where internal promotions are the norm and tenure is long
Compensation: Commensurate with experience | Full benefits | 401(k) | Professional development funding
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $31.25 - $48.10/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 Seattle,WA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 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:
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.