What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Engineer position at Actalent?
Job Title: Field Engineer
Job Description
Join our team as a Field Engineer and play a hands‑on role in the electrical construction of a utility‑scale wind farm. You’ll support critical activities including trenching, AC/DC collection systems, terminations, conduit runs, inverter installation, and combiner box work—while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and project execution.
Responsibilities
- Promote job‑site safety and ensure proper PPE compliance
- Support superintendents and foremen with planning and daily field coordination
- Track construction schedules, including three‑week look‑ahead plans
- Inspect work for scope, quality, and contract compliance
- Administer QA/QC processes and maintain accurate documentation and logs
- Monitor quantities, material deliveries, and subcontractor progress
- Assist with material requisitions, timecards, expense reporting, and project logs
- Coordinate with subcontractors, engineers, office staff, consultants, and owners’ reps
- Attend project meetings and support field documentation, inspections, and reporting
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in Procore and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Experience in construction management and commercial construction.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and perform inspections.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business administration, or equivalent education and experience.
- Prior construction experience, including internships.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in project management and electrical construction.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Work Environment
This is a 100% onsite, outdoor role requiring full‑time presence on the job site. Expect 60–70 hours/week during construction season, up to 100% travel, and work in rural locations under varying weather conditions. After one year of permanent employment, excellent health insurance and a top‑tier 401(k) are offered.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $32.00/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 Cleveland,OH.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 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.
Salary : $22 - $32