Transmission Designer

Actalent; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) plan with retirement benefits

PTO and sick leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Sr Transmission Designer to contribute to complex power delivery projects in a hybrid role based in Phoenix, AZ, with options for remote work part of the week. You will lead discipline BIM/CAD modeling for substations, transmission, and distribution design, using AutoCAD and MicroStation, while collaborating across disciplines.

You will manage models, produce detailed drawings, coordinate with other disciplines, and ensure standards are met.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or equivalent combination of education and related industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years of transmission, substation, power delivery, or related electrical design work.
• Advanced proficiency in 3D design software used for BIM and CAD modeling (AutoCAD, MicroStation).
• Strong coordination skills and ability to integrate multiple discipline models.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver discipline design outputs with minimal supervision.
• Develop and manage discipline models and BIM elements per project scope.
• Create and maintain discipline-specific models, content, and digital delivery output.
• Produce detailed drawings and diagrams aligned with project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate designs with other discipline models and resolve clashes.
• Ensure modeling health and adherence to standards and workflows.

Skills

5+ yrs exp

BIM/CAD modelling

AutoCAD

MicroStation

3D coordination

MS Office

Communication

Detail oriented

Education

Technical degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM tools

Job description

Job Description

This Sr Transmission Designer role offers the opportunity to contribute to complex power delivery and transmission projects while working in a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment. You will use advanced 3D design tools and BIM methodologies to develop and maintain discipline-specific models and documentation that support substation, transmission, and distribution design. The position can be based in Phoenix, Tucson, or Albuquerque and combines in-office collaboration with flexible remote work.

Job Title

Sr Transmission Designer

Responsibilities

• Work within a specific discipline with minimal direction from architects, engineers, or other technical professionals, taking ownership of design deliverables.
• Develop, manage, and be responsible for the discipline model, generating BIM elements based on the Level of Development defined in the Digital Delivery Plan and project scope.
• Create and maintain discipline-specific models, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output to meet project requirements.
• Use designated 3D design software and tools to produce designs in accordance with Digital Delivery requirements and project standards.
• Apply an advanced understanding of architectural and engineering documentation and plan presentation for the discipline design, ensuring proper interaction with other discipline models.
• Accurately model BIM elements within the spatial constraints of the modeling environment using current 3D software.
• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and diagrams that align with project scope, schedule, and budget using current 3D design tools.
• Maintain discipline models by managing project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheets.
• Produce discipline-specific documentation with precise annotations on all modeling output to support construction and engineering activities.
• Monitor, improve, and maintain company standards and model health, ensuring consistency and quality across digital deliverables.
• Coordinate designs with other discipline models through structured design reviews and 3D coordination processes to resolve clashes and ensure integration.
• Execute all Digital Delivery requirements identified for the project, adhering to established workflows, standards, and quality expectations.

Essential Skills

• Technical degree in a relevant field or a combination of education and related industry experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of related industry experience in transmission, substation, power delivery, or closely related electrical design work.
• Advanced proficiency in 3D design software used for BIM and CAD modeling, such as AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Advanced skillset with 3D coordination tools used for model integration and clash detection.
• Competency in Microsoft Office products and common communication tools for documentation and collaboration.
• Advanced understanding of engineering or architectural concepts relevant to transmission, substation, and power distribution design.
• Knowledge of industry standards, practices, discipline codes, and specifications applicable to power delivery and substation engineering.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills to manage complex models and documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in substation design and substation engineering, including power distribution and transmission projects.
• Experience in distribution design and power delivery engineering.
• Hands-on drafting and CAD experience in an electrical or power-related environment.
• Previous experience with transmission design projects and power industry workflows.
• Ability to commute to an office in Phoenix, Tucson, or Albuquerque two to three times per week while working remotely on other days.
• Interest in contributing to an industry-leading organization focused on impactful infrastructure and energy projects.

Work Environment

This position operates in a hybrid work environment that combines time in a modern office setting with remote work from home. You will work from an office in Phoenix, Tucson, or Albuquerque two to three days per week to collaborate in person with multidisciplinary teams, participate in design reviews, and coordinate models, while enjoying the flexibility to work remotely on other days. The role relies heavily on current 3D design software, BIM platforms, 3D coordination tools, CAD applications such as AutoCAD and MicroStation, and standard office productivity tools. The culture emphasizes inclusion, respect, and empowerment, encouraging employees to bring authentic ideas and perspectives to work and to contribute meaningfully to projects that positively impact communities and the broader world.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Phoenix,AZ.

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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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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