Civil Engineer (Entry Level)

Position Summary Actalent connects passion with purpose. We are supporting critical engineering and sciences initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. With almost 40 years of experience, our scalable talent solutions and engineering and sciences services provide the expertise our customers need to achieve more. The position falls within the transmission department of the organization. The engineer will be working with senior engineers to complete projects that support our utility customer. They will work with in-house and client engineers and designers. Primary Duties and Responsibilities + Responsible for the engineering and design activities related to transmission line design such as engineering analysis and design, route selection, material acquisition, structural and foundation design, and project and construction management with the guidance of higher level engineers + Become familiar with preparing project construction documents such as: plan and profile drawings; design drawings; engineering, material, and construction specifications; project schedules and bills of material + Help develop project design alternatives and corresponding cost estimates with assistance of higher level engineers + Learn to design new transmission facilities with voltages ranging from 69kV and 765kV + Utilize PLS-CADD to model transmission line design project + Work under supervision of Transmission II, III, IV, and senior Engineers + Position will require occasional site visits Education and Experience Requirements + Zero to two years of experience in utilities working with Transmission Line Design + Zero to two years of experience completing engineering projects from start to finish + Zero to two years of experience scoping, estimating, and ordering materials for Transmission Lines projects + Bacheloru2019s Degree in Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering (ABET) + Masteru2019s Degree in Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering (ABET) will count toward years of experience + An EIT License is desirable but not required Requisite Abilities and Skills + Work effectively with both internal and external customers, including Project Management, Substation Design, Distribution, Supply Chain and Right-of-Way + Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to facilitate adhering to project schedule and budget + Familiarity with standards and codes such as IEEE, ANSI, NEC and NESC + Demonstrate ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary + Demonstrate willingness and capabilities to assume leadership roles Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Roanoke, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $35.10/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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Roanoke,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 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 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 ( ) for other accommodation options.

Created: 2026-02-26