Design Technician

About the role

Help Build the Infrastructure That Powers Communities
Are you ready to put your AutoCAD and design skills to work on projects that make a real impact?
We're looking for a Design Technician who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys solving challenges that help deliver reliable utility services to communities across the country.

Responsibilities

• Create utility designs and construction drawings using AutoCAD.
• Perform engineering calculations and validate easement requirements.
• Develop cost estimates for design and construction activities.
• Prepare permit packages and supporting documentation.
• Conduct field surveys and inspections of overhead and underground utility facilities.
• Test, document, and assess power distribution systems and compressors.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Review GIS Smallworld data to identify updates, conflicts, and design impacts.
• Cook up with multiple departments to support successful project execution.
• Apply safety standards, design requirements, and regulatory guidelines to all work.
• Process permit documentation and interpret electronic pole diagrams.

Requirements

• Proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Strong mathematical, measurement, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to successfully complete math and measurement assessments.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CAD design in a utility, engineering, or related environment.
• Experience with GIS Smallworld.
• Associate's degree in Design, Drafting, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Knowledge of utility design, permitting, or construction processes.

Work Environment

This position offers a dynamic balance between office and field responsibilities: 70% Office / Remote Work
30% Field Work
You'll have the opportunity to collaborate remotely while also gaining valuable hands-on experience in the field, allowing you to see your designs come to life.

Take the Next Step

If you're passionate about design, technology, and building infrastructure that matters, we'd love to hear from you. Join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Saint Paul, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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