Entry Level Architectural Designer Jobs in Seattle, WA

Actalent is seeking a motivated Entry-Level Telecommunications Designer to join a growing design and engineering team supporting exciting technology infrastructure projects throughout the Seattle area. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to build a long-term career in telecommunications design, engineering, and project management.

If you've used Revit in school, completed engineering or design coursework, or are passionate about technology and building systems, we'd love to hear from you. You'll work alongside experienced designers and engineers who will provide mentorship, hands-on training, and opportunities for professional growth.

This position offers a clear career path, allowing motivated individuals to develop technical expertise and advance into project leadership roles as they gain experience.

• Create and modify telecommunications design drawings using Revit.
• Support the design of structured cabling, network infrastructure, and low-voltage systems for commercial and industrial projects.
• Collaborate with architectural, engineering, and construction teams to integrate technology systems into building designs.
• Assist with drafting and documentation using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Participate in project coordination meetings and design reviews.
• Learn industry standards and best practices related to telecommunications and low-voltage design.
• Support project schedules and deliverables while working alongside senior designers and project managers.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Architecture, Construction Management, Drafting, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Experience using Revit through coursework, academic projects, internships, or professional experience.
• Strong interest in telecommunications, technology infrastructure, or building systems design.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering or construction drawings.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in a collaborative team environment.

• Exposure to revit through coursework or projects.
• Internship, co-op, or project experience related to engineering, construction, drafting, or design.
• Interest in pursuing industry certifications such as BICSI or RCDD.
• Familiarity with electrical, low-voltage, or telecommunications systems.

Team members may have the opportunity to support the design of:

• Structured cabling and high-bandwidth network infrastructure
• Data centers and mission-critical facilities
• Wireless network systems
• Security, access control, and surveillance systems
• Audio-visual and communications systems
• Broadband and outside plant infrastructure
• Building automation and smart building technologies
• Voice, data, and video network systems

• Entry-level opportunity with hands-on training and mentorship
• Exposure to large-scale technology and infrastructure projects
• Clear growth path into Design Lead and Project Management roles
• Collaborative team environment focused on professional development
• Opportunity to learn from industry experts and build valuable technical skills

This position is based in the Seattle, WA area and offers the opportunity to work alongside multidisciplinary design and engineering teams. The role is contract-to-hire, providing a pathway to long-term career growth with the organization.

Pay: Competitive compensation based on education, skills, and experience

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 13, 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 withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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