Job Information
Actalent Substation Engineering Technician in Houston, Texas
Job Title: Substation Engineering Technician
Job Description
Under close supervision, performs engineering technician work requiring basic technical knowledge utilizing electronic applications, processes, standards, and document control processes/procedures for the purpose of creating or modifying deliverables.
Responsibilities
Develops familiarity by reading, understanding, and maintaining a working knowledge of engineering standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, and policies and procedures.
Ensures that deliverables are accurate and compliant by developing an understanding and complying with the company quality program.
Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts.
Learns the applications required to modify less complex deliverables based on a variety of design inputs.
Learns to identify the needs of internal clients and begins to gain a basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers.
Proactively seeks and shares knowledge of latest technologies and processes.
Essential Skills
Working knowledge of Computer Automated Drafting Design (CADD) or other applications or design or modeling skills.
Basic knowledge of engineering standards, systems, document control, departmental guides, and company policies and procedures.
Basic industry knowledge and technology trends.
Basic knowledge of the company quality program.
3-5 years of substation drafting experience.
Experience with drafting software: AutoCAD SDS, AutoCAD Electrical, Microstation, or Inventor.
Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Understanding of client standards and Microstation.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Learning on the Fly
Problem Solving
Perseverance
Patience
Time Management
Drive for Results
Self Development
Listening
Informing
Diploma or Certificate preferred.
Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $38.00/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 Houston,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.