Transmission Line Designer - Remote Eligible

Job Title

Position Summary

Actalent connects passion with purpose. We are supporting critical engineering and sciences initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. With almost 40 years of experience, our scalable talent solutions and engineering and sciences services provide the expertise our customers need to achieve more.

The position falls within the transmission department of the organization. The designer will perform drafting to construction drawings for transmission line projects with the guidance and assistance of higher-level designers.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Update plan and profile sheets and TGIS when transmission lines have been updated in the field
• Use Microstation and ArcGIS daily to achieve the best work product
• Help Transmission Line Engineers prepare sheet sets for new lines
• Draft and detail drawings for medium to high-voltage electrical transmission lines with assistance of higher-level graphics technicians
• Draft and detail transmission drawings with guidance of higher-level graphics technicians such as transmission line plan and profiles, transmission structure analysis and detailed design, transmission structure foundations, and transmission structure anchor details
• Perform a variety of routine assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components, and refining rough sketches
• Produce complete plans from verbal or written description from designers
• Apply basic formulas, principles, and practices

Education and Experience Requirements

• Two to five years of experience drafting physical layouts, equipment layouts, plan views, elevation views, and section views
• Two to five years of drafting experience using Microstation, AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, or PLS-POLE
• Associate degree in applied science (AAS) in drafting and computer aided (CAD) design or in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering technology or equivalent experience and/or education

Requisite Abilities and Skills

• Familiar with conventional drafting symbols and drafting methods
• Familiar with computer graphics and automated drawing methods
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Demonstrate ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary
• Demonstrate willingness and capabilities to assume leadership roles

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Birmingham, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall 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 applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.