Utility Designer

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Utility Designer Job Description

The Utility Designer will provide support to project managers, other designers, and utility coordinators by developing utility relocation designs and preparing utility construction plans. This role involves working on municipal and state roadway and infrastructure projects. The candidate will handle multiple complex designs across various projects simultaneously, develop plans, and prepare project specifications and estimates. An extensive understanding of design and drafting techniques is essential, along with experience in utility relocations on roadway and infrastructure projects.

• Develop utility relocation designs and prepare utility construction plans.
• Work with multiple complex designs across various projects simultaneously.
• Develop project specifications and estimates.
• Analyze projects for utility conflicts to determine necessary relocations.
• Analyze Utility Owner as-builts and system maps for survey accuracy.
• Develop permit applications and accompanying documentation for submission to appropriate agencies such as railroads and sewer systems.

• Proficiency in design and drafting techniques.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Microstation, and Open Roads.
• Ability to develop utility construction plans and profiles.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task with multiple assignments across multiple projects.
• Eagerness to learn and pride in work.
• Excels in a team environment.

This role offers a hybrid work opportunity. You'll work alongside experienced professionals who value quality, integrity, and collaboration. The company provides hands‑on project ownership, exposure to diverse industries, and clear opportunities to grow your skills and career. If you seek meaningful engineering challenges, this is the place for you.

This is a Contract position based out of Charlotte, NC.

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $45.67/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)

This is a hybrid position in Charlotte, NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026.

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 actalentaccom for other accommodation options.