Telecommunications Designer

Actalent; Washington; On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Actalent in Seattle, WA, is seeking a Telecommunications Designer with 2+ years of telecom design experience. You will design telecom systems, use Revit to produce and manage projects, and collaborate with electrical and architectural teams to integrate design elements.

The role offers a flexible, three-days-in-office, two-days-remote schedule, with a project backlog and opportunities for growth toward a Project Manager role within two years.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of experience in telecommunications design.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience in electrical design, engineering, or architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design telecommunications systems for various projects.
• Utilize Revit to produce and manage design projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical design elements.
• Engage in technology design with a focus on drafting, architectural, and electrical elements.
• Contribute to data center, electrical design, and engineering projects.
• Participate in construction and project control processes.

Skills

telecom design

Revit

AutoCAD

Electrical design

Education

RCDD Certification

BICSI Certification

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Telecommunications Designer

Job Description

A dynamic multi-disciplinary design-build company is seeking talented telecommunications designers for exciting upcoming projects in Seattle. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with over 2 years of experience in telecom design, particularly those familiar with Revit, and who have electrical experience. The role is perfect for entry to mid-level designers aspiring to advance to a Project Manager position within two years, in a company that prioritizes employee growth, career development, and fostering strong relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Design telecommunications systems for various projects.
• Utilize Revit to produce and manage design projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical design elements.
• Engage in technology design with a focus on drafting, architectural, and electrical elements.
• Contribute to data center, electrical design, and engineering projects.
• Participate in construction and project control processes.

Essential Skills

• 2-6 years of experience in telecommunications design.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience in electrical design, engineering, or architecture.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• RCDD Certification.
• BICSI Certification.
• Experience with Amazon Fulfillment Center projects.

Work Environment

The role offers a flexible work arrangement with three days a week in the office and two days remote. The company is a multi-discipline design-build firm offering a variety of project types, fostering a career-oriented culture. Employees benefit from a supportive environment with opportunities for longevity and growth, as evidenced by the sr staff's average tenure of 17 years. With a project backlog extending three years, there is no shortage of work, ensuring a stable and engaging work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/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 onsite position in Seattle,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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.

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