Electrical Technician

Job Description:

The Electrical Technician leads the execution of complex, high-risk, or first-of-kind electrical equipment builds used in marine, oil & gas, and industrial applications. This role serves as a technical authority within the shop, responsible for setting workmanship standards and resolving advanced technical challenges. Technicians apply deep electrical and mechanical expertise while influencing build methods, mentoring other technicians, and supporting critical customer or field activities.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute complex or non-standard electrical equipment builds.
• Perform advanced electrical wiring, bus bar fabrication, and mechanical integration.
• Establish build sequencing and approaches for challenging or first-of-kind equipment.
• Identify design gaps or buildability concerns and drive resolution with engineering.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting across electrical, mechanical, and system interfaces.
• Review and validate work performed by other technicians.
• Maintain accurate build records and support as-built documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement of build methods, tools, and workmanship standards.
• Uphold safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
• Serve as a technical resource during installation, testing, or commissioning activities.

Essential Skills:

• Proficiency in using power tools, hand tools, and machining equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, electrical schematics, and diagrams.
• Experience with electrical work.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and plan tasks and use time efficiently in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in industrial control panels and automation technician roles preferred.
• Ability to install electrical and electronic parts and hardware in housing assemblies of various projects.

Why Work Here?

• Join a growing company with ample room for advancement.
• Enjoy comprehensive health, dental, and eye care benefits, with premiums fully covered for you and your dependents.
• Benefit from a supportive environment that offers 14 days of PTO and holiday pay for 12 days.

Work Environment:

• Work hours are from 8 AM to 5 PM in a clean shop environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newport News, VA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 4, 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 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 for other accommodation options.

Salary : $30 - $40