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Job Title: Design Permit Specialist
Job Description
The Design & Permitting Specialist supports project teams by preparing design documentation and managing permitting efforts for infrastructure and facility projects. This role is hands-on and design-oriented, with a strong focus on CAD production, permit coordination, and detailed documentation rather than people or team management.
Qualifications:
- 3–6 years of experience in design, permitting, construction, or a related field.
- Proficiency in design activities, including CAD.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage documentation accurately.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Detroit, MI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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 TypeThis is a fully remote position.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Salary : $24 - $28