Electrical Field Engineer

Actalent; Brownsville (TX); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Actalent is seeking a Field Engineer to support utility-scale solar, BESS, and substation construction projects in Brownsville, TX. You will work closely with Project Managers and Superintendents, coordinate subcontractors, review drawings, and help keep field operations safe, efficient, and aligned with project plans.

Ideal candidates have a diploma or degree in construction or engineering, hands-on site experience, proficiency with Procore/Bluebeam, and a willingness to travel up to 100%.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum one year of construction experience, including internship experience.
• OSHA 30 certification required or ability to obtain prior to project mobilization.

Responsabilités

• Support daily construction activities across civil, mechanical, electrical, and substation scopes of work.
• Coordinate subcontractors, materials, equipment, and field activities to support project execution.
• Assist with site mobilization, project planning, and work package development.
• Review and distribute drawings, specifications, RFIs, and engineering documents to field teams.
• Monitor construction progress through site inspections and field reporting.
• Assist with QA/QC inspections, safety initiatives, and compliance with project requirements.
• Support material management by tracking deliveries, verifying quantities, inspecting materials, and reporting discrepancies.
• Interpret plans and specifications for field crews and subcontractors.
• Track installed quantities and percent‑complete progress for reporting purposes.
• Help maintain project schedules, daily reports, progress photos, RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation.
• Assist with cost tracking, change orders, certified payroll compliance, and as‑built documentation.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure successful project delivery from mobilization through turnover.

Connaissances

Construction experience

Read drawings

Communication skills

OSHA 30

Procore

Bluebeam

Driver's license

Travel readiness

QA/QC basics

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Outils

Procore

Bluebeam

Description du poste

Field Engineer | Renewable Energy Construction

We are seeking a Field Engineer to support utility-scale solar, battery energy storage system (BESS), and substation construction projects. This position plays a critical role in supporting field operations, coordinating subcontractors, tracking project progress, and ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project plans and specifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated construction professional looking to gain hands‑on experience in renewable energy and power infrastructure projects while working closely with Project Managers and Superintendents in the field.

Responsibilities

• Support daily construction activities across civil, mechanical, electrical, and substation scopes of work.
• Coordinate subcontractors, materials, equipment, and field activities to support project execution.
• Assist with site mobilization, project planning, and work package development.
• Review and distribute drawings, specifications, RFIs, and engineering documents to field teams.
• Monitor construction progress through site inspections and field reporting.
• Assist with QA/QC inspections, safety initiatives, and compliance with project requirements.
• Support material management by tracking deliveries, verifying quantities, inspecting materials, and reporting discrepancies.
• Interpret plans and specifications for field crews and subcontractors.
• Track installed quantities and percent‑complete progress for reporting purposes.
• Help maintain project schedules, daily reports, progress photos, RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation.
• Assist with cost tracking, change orders, certified payroll compliance, and as‑built documentation.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure successful project delivery from mobilization through turnover.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum one year of construction experience, including internship experience.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and field operations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software is preferred.
• Familiarity with QA/QC processes, construction safety practices, and industry standards.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• OSHA 30 certification required or ability to obtain prior to project mobilization.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to travel up to 100% and work extended hours as project schedules require.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on utility-scale solar, BESS, and substation projects.
• Hands‑on field experience with large-scale renewable energy infrastructure.
• Exposure to project management, construction operations, QA/QC, scheduling, and field engineering.
• Strong career growth potential within a rapidly growing industry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Brownsville, TX.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

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).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Brownsville, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brownsville,TX.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News‑Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.