• OSP Designer

    Actalent (Northville, MI)


    Job Title: Utility Designer/OSP

    Job Description

    Join a dynamic design team as a Designer/Planner, where you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the planning and production of utility line infrastructure routes. This role offers a chance to work in a growing multifaceted utility design and engineering firm, potentially leading to opportunities in the distribution design space.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage the setup and preparation of detailed project drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D during planning and design.

    + Work closely with Project Managers to provide drawings on schedule.

    + Select and interpret data on map-based platforms such as Esri or Google Earth.

    + Meet design standards and specifications for local municipalities.

    + Understand and interpret utility records and Michigan’s MISSDIG system.

    + Understand AutoCAD requirements needed for different clients as well as the firm.

    + Coordinate project deadlines with Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers.

    + Document and manage milestone execution on projects.

    + Perform other duties as assigned by Project Manager.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in fiber optic or OSP design work.

    + Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or GIS for design work.

    + Knowledge of utility-related survey work.

    + Ability to understand and apply utility industry lingo or knowledge.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with OH/UG utility lines, natural gas, distribution, substation, site development.

    + Familiarity with Esri and Google Earth for map data interpretation.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/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 Northville,MI.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 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.