• Drafter/designer

    Actalent (Carson City, NV)


    Job Summary:

    The Utility Design Specialist is responsible for the design and coordination of electric and/or gas infrastructure projects, including new construction, capital maintenance, and system improvements. This role involves initiating projects, preparing detailed designs, developing cost estimates, and managing contracts. The specialist serves as a key liaison between the company and external stakeholders, ensuring customer needs are met through the company’s New Business Process. This position requires a strong understanding of utility standards, tariffs, and regulatory requirements, and operates under the general supervision of higher level administrators.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Design electric and/or gas infrastructure for new or expanded services and system upgrades.

    + Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company standards, tariffs, and regulatory requirements to ensure cost-effective and compliant designs.

    + Develop and deliver accurate preliminary cost estimates and project proposals.

    + Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including developers, contractors, engineering firms, local agencies, and utility partners.

    + Facilitate customer engagement throughout the project lifecycle, from initiation to completion, with a focus on enhancing customer satisfaction.

    + Prepare and present financial agreements and ensure the accuracy and completeness of contracts.

    + Conduct pre-construction meetings with inspectors, foremen, and service managers to align on project execution.

    + Participate in the after-hours rotational on-call supervisor program and support emergency restoration efforts as needed.

    Required Skills:

    + Proficiency in AutoCAD and CAD-based design tools

    + Experience in utility, construction or engineering design/drafting, and/or civil engineering principles

    + Experience with power distribution and construction estimating is a plus

    + Ability to interpret and apply utility standards and regulations

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + Experience in construction and cost estimation

    + Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

    + Strong initiative and leadership qualities; proactive in seeking out new tasks and responsibilities

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $44.00/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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Carson City,NV.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2025.

    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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.