Electrical Project Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Project Engineer

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, design, and mark up electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, panel layouts, interconnect diagrams, and conduit drawings released by engineering.
• Design and verify electrical systems for crane models and related equipment based on customer specifications and applicable electrical codes.
• Apply internal electrical design standards and UL508A requirements when designing panel layouts, including component selection, wiring sizing, routing, and custom enclosure sizing.
• Design and review control panels and layouts to ensure safe, reliable, and maintainable operation in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to validate system performance and compliance with specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical design and control issues during FAT, SAT, and in the field by working closely with other engineers and service technicians.
• Use AutoCAD Electrical or similar tools to create and update electrical drawings, schematics, and documentation.
• Program, configure, or support configuration of PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs, including ladder logic and related control strategies, as required for project needs.
• Collaborate with controls engineering teams to integrate Siemens and Allen-Bradley (Rockwell) PLC and HMI platforms into complete control systems.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Berlin, WI.

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $57.69/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)

This is a fully onsite position in New Berlin,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 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 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 for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $38 - $58