Job Title: Engineering Technician

Job Description

Ensure adherence to permitting requirements, safety standards, and right-of-way constraints. Track project progress and maintain accurate records and data for compliance and reporting. Potential to occasionally conduct field assessments and pole surveys to evaluate existing conditions and pole loading capacity. Utilize design software and GIS tools to create detailed construction drawings and layout plans. Prepare make-ready engineering (MRE) documentation, bills of material (BOM), and work packages for construction crews. Candidate will be required to participate in emergency storm response throughout the year when needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to permitting requirements, safety standards, and right-of-way constraints.
• Track project progress and maintain accurate records and data for compliance and reporting.
• Conduct field assessments and pole surveys to evaluate existing conditions and pole loading capacity.
• Utilize design software and GIS tools to create detailed construction drawings and layout plans.
• Prepare make-ready engineering (MRE) documentation, bills of material (BOM), and work packages for construction crews.
• Participate in emergency storm response throughout the year when needed.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in ArcGIS and ESRI.
• Experience in permitting processes.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree in GIS, Engineering Technology/CAD, or Design related field.

Work Environment

The position involves 100% field responsibilities, requiring the candidate to enjoy being outdoors and handle various outdoor elements such as rain, heat, and cold. When not working outdoors, the candidate needs to be comfortable working remotely from home. Occasional overnight travel throughout the state of VA is required.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Richmond,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 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.

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