

Utility Designer
Actalent
Posted Monday, July 28, 2025
Posting ID: JP-005440692
Northville, MI
Job Title: Utility Designer/Planner
Job Description
Join a dynamic design team as a Designer/Planner, where you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the planning and production of utility line infrastructure routes. This role offers a chance to work in a growing multifaceted utility design and engineering firm, potentially leading to opportunities in the distribution design space.
Responsibilities
- Manage the setup and preparation of detailed project drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D during planning and design.
- Work closely with Project Managers to provide drawings on schedule.
- Select and interpret data on map-based platforms such as Esri or Google Earth.
- Meet design standards and specifications for local municipalities.
- Understand and interpret utility records and Michigan’s MISSDIG system.
- Understand AutoCAD requirements needed for different clients as well as the firm.
- Coordinate project deadlines with Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers.
- Document and manage milestone execution on projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Project Manager.
Essential Skills
- Experience in fiber optic or OSP design work.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or GIS for design work.
- Knowledge of utility-related survey work.
- Ability to understand and apply utility industry lingo or knowledge.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with OH/UG utility lines, natural gas, distribution, substation, site development.
- Familiarity with Esri and Google Earth for map data interpretation.
Work Environment
You will work daily in a brand new, modern office located in Northville, providing an excellent setting for collaboration and innovation.
Compensation:$27
Contact Information
Recruiter: Alberto Martinez
Phone: +12487298018
Email: albmartinez@actalentservices.com
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.