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Telecommunications Designer

$30 - $50 per hour

Actalent

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Entry - Telecommunications Designer

Job Description

A growing multi-disciplinary design-build company is seeking talented telecommunications designers or Revit designers for numerous upcoming projects in Seattle. This is an excellent opportunity for entry to mid-level designers to develop their skills and transition into a Project Manager role within two years. The company highly values employee growth, career advancement, and the relationships built with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

  • Design and produce projects using Revit.
  • Collaborate with electrical and architectural teams to integrate technology design.
  • Utilize AutoCAD for drafting and data center projects.
  • Apply electrical engineering principles to design and construction.
  • Engage in project controls to ensure timely completion of tasks.

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in Revit, 0 years(with degree) or 1-3 years.
  • Degree in electrical design or engineering.
  • Strong understanding of project controls and construction processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • RCDD Certification
  • BICSI Certification
  • Experience with Amazon Fulfillment Center projects
  • Interest in technology design

Example Telecommunication Projects

  • High Density Storage Area Network Applications
  • High Bandwidth Structured Cabling Systems Architecture
  • Redundant & Scalable WAN/LAN Network Architectures
  • Right-of-Way & Easement Coordination
  • Wireless LAN Design & Simulation
  • Service Entrance Facilities & Redundant Pathways
  • Multi-faceted Broadband & Satellite Distribution Infrastructure
  • Outside Plant Underground Pathway Infrastructures & Systems
  • WAN/LAN for Voice, Data & Video
  • Building Automated Systems Infrastructure/Connectivity (HVAC, Energy & Lighting Controls Systems)
  • Analog & IP-based Infrastructure
    • Surveillance Video, Access Controls & Intrusion Systems
    • Intercom/Clock Systems
    • Audio-Visual Systems

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/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.

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 Seattle,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email View email address on us.fitly.work for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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