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Field Engineer

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Actalent

Appleton, WI (In Person)

$64,480 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 7 weeks ago (Updated 5 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Field Engineer (Electrical) Full‑Time | Midwest Travel Required About the Role We are seeking a driven and detail‑oriented Field Engineer (Electrical) to support construction activities on large‑scale solar energy and data center projects across the Midwest. This position plays a key role in ensuring field operations are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with all project plans, schedules, and quality standards. The Field Engineer serves as a central communication hub—coordinating between field crews, subcontractors, general contractors, and the project management team to keep work moving smoothly and on schedule. Key Responsibilities Maintain and manage project document control systems, including drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and as‑built documentation. Track and distribute document revisions to ensure all field teams are working from the latest versions. Support creation and maintenance of 1‑week and 3‑week look‑ahead schedules. Coordinate daily and upcoming work activities with field supervisors and subcontractors. Assist with tracking daily production, labor hours, and installed quantities. Support project progress reporting, forecasting, and status updates. Conduct field walks to verify installation progress matches plans and schedules. Serve as a liaison between the electrical contractor and the General Contractor (GC). Participate in coordination meetings, safety meetings, and planning discussions. Communicate field constraints, material needs, and schedule impacts to project leadership. Assist with onboarding new field personnel, including orientation and documentation support. Support site safety programs and ensure compliance with project safety requirements. Verify installation accuracy against drawings and specifications as part of quality control. Perform construction administration tasks such as processing Submittals, RFIs, Change Orders, Bulletins, and Record Drawings. Assist with functional testing and commissioning of electrical systems. Maintain consistent project standards while contributing to a collaborative, team‑focused work environment. Perform additional duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, electrical plans, and project specifications. Willingness to travel throughout the Midwest for project assignments. Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Appleton, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $36.00/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 fully onsite position in Appleton,WI.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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 Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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