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Utility Designer

Actalent
Wausau, WI Contractor
POSTED ON 10/18/2025 CLOSED ON 12/18/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Designer position at Actalent?

Job Title: Utility Designer
Job Description

As a Utility Designer, you will be responsible for designing and drafting utility layouts and specifications for gas and electric distribution systems. You will conduct site visits to assess project requirements and gather relevant data, ensuring compliance with utility standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Design and draft utility layouts and specifications for gas and electric distribution.
  • Conduct site visits to assess project requirements and gather relevant data.
  • Collaborate with project teams to maintain compliance with utility standards and regulations.
  • Utilize design software to create detailed project drawings.
  • Use GPS survey equipment to gather and analyze site data for utility design projects.
  • Assist in the coordination and implementation of utility construction projects.
Essential Skills
  • Proficiency in drafting and design software, including AutoCAD and Microstation.
  • Experience with CAD and mechanical distribution design.
  • Ability to use Trimble GPS for site data collection.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Associate's degree in mechanical, drafting, civil, or equivalent field experience.
  • Experience with gas and electric utilities is preferred.
Work Environment

This role offers a blend of office and field work, providing a dynamic and engaging work environment. It features a small family feel, promoting a positive culture that encourages employees to stay. The position is hybrid if local to Appleton and can be remote for candidates living in major geographic bid areas such as Wausau, Rhinelander, Wausaukee, and Green Bay. Site visits are typically conducted 3-4 times per month, with mileage compensation provided for travel.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wausau, Wisconsin.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $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 Type

This is a hybrid position in Wausau,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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