Job Title: Substation Engineering Technician

Job Description

Under close supervision, the Substation Engineering Technician performs engineering technician work requiring basic technical knowledge utilizing electronic applications, processes, standards, and document control procedures for the purpose of creating or modifying deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Develop familiarity with engineering standards by reading, understanding, and maintaining a working knowledge of standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, and company policies and procedures.
• Ensure deliverables are accurate and compliant by understanding and complying with the quality program.
• Demonstrate personal accuracy and support continuous improvement and change management efforts.
• Learn the applications required to modify less complex deliverables based on various design inputs.
• Identify the needs of internal clients and begin to understand the main interests and drivers of external clients.
• Proactively seek and share knowledge of the latest technologies and processes.

Essential Skills

• Working knowledge of Computer Automated Drafting Design (CADD) or other applications or design or modeling skills.
• Basic knowledge of engineering standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, and company policies and procedures.
• Basic industry knowledge and technology trends.
• Basic knowledge of the company quality program.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate preferred.
• Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.
• 3-5 years of substation drafting experience preferred.
• Experience with drafting software: AutoCAD SDS, AutoCAD Electrical, Microstation, or Inventor.
• Preferred non-technical skills include learning on the fly, problem-solving, perseverance, patience, time management, drive for results, self-development, listening, and informing.

Work Environment

Flexible hours, opportunities for advancement, and competitive pay. The role may be remote during the contract period with a potential transition to a hybrid model if converting to a direct position. Pre-employment onboarding requirements may include a back ground check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $38.00/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 hybrid position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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

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.

Salary : $26 - $38