• Field Engineer

    Actalent (Toledo, OH)


    Job Title: Field Engineer

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Field Engineer to join our team, contributing to the construction and modernization of electrical infrastructure projects across the United States. Our substation group plays a pivotal role in ensuring grid reliability and developing future-ready infrastructure. As a Field Engineer, you will support project execution by planning, organizing, and implementing core project management principles, working closely with project teams and managers.

    Responsibilities

    + Support project execution by planning, organizing, and implementing project management principles.

    + Monitor and achieve project scope, schedule, and budgets.

    + Gain firsthand experience in substation-specific work scopes.

    + Engage in fast-paced material management, working with vendors and tracking materials.

    + Anticipate needs, solve problems, and actively contribute to safe, successful project outcomes.

    Essential Skills

    + Proactive, detail-oriented mindset with strong communication skills.

    + Ability to adapt in a fast-paced field environment.

    + Experience in construction management and project management.

    + 1+ years of field engineering or associate project management experience.

    + Experience with industrial construction, wind, solar, renewables, BESS, data center, substation, transmission, and distribution projects.

    + Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

    + Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Construction degree plus internship or equivalent experience.

    + Familiarity with job cost tracking and estimating software.

    + Experience in a GC or EPC environment is highly preferred.

    + Strong organizational and time management skills.

    + Ability to travel and commit to long-term onsite project assignments.

    + Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    Work Environment

    The role requires working onsite at new substation builds, often tied to data centers. You will be part of a team with a strong hands-on training program and a family-like atmosphere. Expect to travel and commit to long-term project assignments. Benefits include a vehicle allowance or company-provided vehicle, cell phone and equipment allowances, and eligibility for bonuses and 401k matching. The position offers an opportunity to progress into a Project Manager role over time.

    Pay and Benefits

    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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Toledo,OH.

     

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.