Joint Use Designer

Job Title: Joint Use Designer Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Joint Use Designer to join our team and contribute to our telecommunications and power delivery markets. This role involves working closely with our communications design services, energy distribution services, utility pole inspection, and environmental services. Our goal is to exceed customer expectations by providing top-notch service and support. Responsibilities Interpret aerial fiber optic route proposals and incorporate them into OSP design, utilizing skills in map reading, data interpretation, and photo interpretation. Import collected data into OSP design and organize it accordingly. Complete the design of aerial OSP projects using Adobe, GIS, Excel, and industry-specific computer software with minimal direction. Utilize 3D modeling software to ensure the structural integrity of utility poles. Comprehend and follow written procedural documents and verbal guidance related to OSP design. Review data collected by the Field Crew to check for height clearance violations, propose make-ready requirements, run sag and tension calculations, and perform pole loading analysis. Deliver maps indicating necessary make-ready requirements. Essential Skills 3+ years of Joint Use Aerial / Overhead Fiber Design experience. Experience using pole loading analysis software such as O-calc pro or SPIDAcalc. Familiarity and understanding of NESC codes, including clearance rules for power and communications on poles. Ability to correctly answer NESC-related questions regarding communication attachment clearances. Additional Skills & Qualifications Desire to be in an Engineering Drafting / Design role. Experience with drafting or Adobe for engineering purposes. Telecom, fiber, or power delivery. Work Environment This is a 100% remote position with flexible working hours. Employees are expected to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with opportunities for overtime. Mi-Tech provides all necessary hardware. Start times are flexible between 6 am and 9 am. Employees enjoy a supportive and flexible company culture, with benefits including two weeks of PTO, six paid holidays, and per diem rates for necessary travel. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.