What are the responsibilities and job description for the Installation Engineer position at Specialist Staffing Group?
This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Installation Engineer positions focused on delivering mechanical, electrical, and controls systems in field environments. Roles of this type could involve hands-on system installation, configuration, and testing across diverse industrial applications in the New York area.
Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.
About the opportunity
Roles of this type may involve joining teams responsible for the on-site installation, commissioning, and integration of engineered systems. The work could include coordinating with project managers, manufacturing teams, and clients to ensure systems are installed to specification, tested thoroughly, and operational upon handover. You could work with mechanical assemblies, electrical components, control systems, and instrumentation in a field-based capacity.
Typical role overview
- Location: New York, New York, USA
- Type: Permanent · Full-time
- Salary: $80,000 - $130,000 per annum
- Domain: Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls Engineering · Field Installation
What you would do
Typical responsibilities could include:
- Installing and assembling mechanical, electrical, and controls components on-site according to engineering designs and specifications
- Configuring control systems, programming logic controllers (PLCs), and integrating instrumentation
- Performing system testing, troubleshooting, and validation to ensure installation meets design requirements
- Using AutoCAD and technical drawings to interpret specifications and guide installation work
- Collaborating with project teams, manufacturing, and clients to resolve installation challenges
- Documenting installation procedures, test results, and as-built configurations
- Ensuring compliance with safety standards, quality protocols, and regulatory requirements
- Supporting commissioning activities and client training where applicable
What you could bring
Most roles of this type require the following:
- 2-5 years of experience in field installation, on-site engineering, or manufacturing system application
- Strong working knowledge of mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, control systems, and instrumentation
- Proficiency with AutoCAD for reading and interpreting technical drawings
- Hands-on experience with system testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting
- Understanding of design standards, quality protocols, and safety regulations
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Valid driver's license and willingness to work in field environments
What roles of this type could offer
Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:
- Hands-on technical work with direct impact on product delivery and customer satisfaction
- Exposure to diverse systems, applications, and engineering challenges
- Opportunities to develop expertise in system integration and field commissioning
- Potential for progression toward senior technical or project leadership roles
- Permanent, full-time employment with competitive compensation
- Professional development and technical training opportunities
- Collaborative team environment with experienced engineers and project managers
About Specialist Staffing Group
We are a staffing and recruitment organization specializing in connecting skilled engineers and technical professionals with meaningful opportunities across engineering disciplines. We partner with leading organizations to build teams that drive innovation and deliver results.
How to register interest
If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.
Salary : $80,000 - $130,000