What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Service Engineer position at Actalent?
Job Description
The Field Service Engineer will be responsible for installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintaining commercial building automation systems. The role involves collaborating with controls engineers, interpreting wiring and mechanical diagrams, and interacting with clients to ensure optimal system performance. The position requires comfort with working with 3-phase 480V power and spans multiple industries including Aerospace, Automotive, Breweries, Cannabis, Food Processing, and Medical. This is an entry-level position.
Responsibilities
- Start-up and commissioning of control systems.
- Troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, and control issues.
- Read and follow wiring and mechanical diagrams.
- Modify control programs as needed.
- Install controllers, sensors, relays, and related components.
- Collaborate with project teams and clients to meet project goals.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues in equipment, which can involve complex control systems and high-voltage wiring.
- Troubleshooting
- HVAC
- Field service
- Preventive maintenance
- Electrical
- Mechanical
- Repair
- Customer service
- Installation
- Ability to travel 40-50%
- Experience with PLC Troubleshooting: Schneider, Allen Bradley & Siemens
- An Associate's degree in Electrical or any engineering discipline.
- Completion of an HVAC program from LCC, Ferris, or Jackson College is a plus.
- EPA certification.
The role includes a 6-month onboarding and training process. Ideal for someone eager to start their career immediately after schooling. The position offers opportunities for increased pay with prior field experience.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lansing, Michigan.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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 Lansing,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.
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 : $24 - $26