A utility services company in Seattle, WA is currently hiring for an Engineer Technician IV (Project Coordinator). This position will begin as a full-time in-office role and transition to a hybrid schedule, working 2–3 days per week in the office and 2 days in the field. This position does not support relocation, and candidates must reside near Seattle, WA upon applying. This role requires at least 5+ years of experience in utilities or telecom, with a strong preference for permitting and project coordination experience. Pay– $25.00–$35.00/hour (Depending on years of experience, tenure, software proficiency, relevant job titles, etc.) Location– Seattle, WA (Hybrid: 2–3 days onsite, 2 days fieldwork) Schedule– Standard Monday–Friday (40 hours per week) Responsibilities + This candidate will be responsible for supporting engineers in the planning, engineering, and design of electric and gas distribution systems. + Coordinate with permit agencies, right-of-way specialists, system owners, and third-party joint pole owners. + Administer Joint Use fines, manage transfer notifications, and process Right-of-Way permitting applications. + Intake and manage engineering as-builts and customer applications. + Investigate work orders and manage Double Pole project statuses. + Maintain Master Pole Attachment Agreements and Certificates of Insurance for 150+ wireline customers. + Generate billing reports and collaborate with Cost Accounting to assign invoices. + Issue permits for Joint Use and Wood Pole Design teams. + Conduct field research, resolve customer complaints, and generate internal/external reports. Qualification Requirements + 5+ years of experience in utilities or telecom (engineering support, permitting, or project coordination). + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). + Experience with SAP, AutoCAD, and construction/right-of-way documents. + Strong communication and leadership skills. + Ability to work with as-built documents and perform fieldwork in all weather conditions. Disqualifiers + Job-hoppy tenure. + No utilities or telecom experience. + No permitting or fielding experience. + No AutoCAD or SAP proficiency. Employee Value Proposition + Opportunity to grow into a Team Supervisor role over time. + Long-term contract with large utility clients across the U.S. + If local work slows, workload can be supplemented from other regions. + Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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 hybrid position in Seattle,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2025. 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.