Electrical Project Engineer

Actalent; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to oversee capital project execution. This role involves collaboration with engineering contractors, managing construction activities, and ensuring project safety and efficiency. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and significant project engineering experience, particularly in chemical or heavy industries.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance and disability coverage

Transportation benefits

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of project engineering experience in relevant industries.
• Experience in oil, petrochemical, or chemical facilities is a plus.
• Familiarity with project management and control processes.

Responsibilities

• Act as Owner’s Representative for capital project execution.
• Coordinate and lead meetings with SMEs and contractors.
• Prepare bid packages and manage construction contractors.

Skills

Knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems

Basic understanding of industrial safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

SAP software

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Job Description

As an Electrical Project Engineer, you will act as the Owner’s Representative for capital project execution, ensuring effective collaboration and communication with engineering contractors during the FEED/FEL-3 process. You will coordinate and lead meetings with subject matter experts, site personnel, and contractors, while also conducting bid walks and responding to requests for information promptly. Your role will encompass supporting project management through all phases, advocating for safety, preparing bid packages, and managing construction contractors.

Responsibilities

• Act as Owner’s Representative for capital project execution.
• Liaise with engineering contractors during the FEED/FEL-3 process for ISBL and OSBL equipment.
• Review approval drawings and provide feedback.
• Coordinate and lead meetings with SMEs, site personnel, and engineering contractors.
• Conduct bid walks with contractors in the field for budgetary and firm proposals.
• Respond to RFIs in a timely manner.
• Support project management through all phases, including scope development, risk assessments, budgeting, engineering/design, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, and project closure.
• Participate in safety audits and contractor safety meetings.
• Prepare bid packages and RFQs for materials, equipment, and services.
• Evaluate bids to select the lowest-cost vendor.
• Manage construction contractors for electrical & instrumentation field work.
• Coordinate with construction teams for project activities.
• Interface with site and company personnel to optimize resources.
• Review electrical & instrumentation engineering deliverables.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably Electrical Engineering.
• At least 5 years of project engineering experience, ideally in chemical, heavy industry, or design engineering firms.
• Knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems such as load lists, power/grounding/lighting design, transformers, switchgears, MCCs.
• Basic understanding of industrial safety, health, and environmental practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in oil, petrochemical, or chemical facilities.
• Background in operations, maintenance, construction, or HSE.
• Experience in industrial facilities (chemical, petrochemical, heavy manufacturing).
• Knowledge of SAP software is a plus.
• Familiarity with project management and control processes.

Work Environment

This onsite role is based in Colonial Heights, VA, involving work in large modular structures, both indoors and outdoors, with occasional travel. The environment encourages collaboration, autonomy, and leadership.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range is $46.00 - $52.00/hr. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, HSA, transportation benefits, employee assistance, and leave options. Eligibility depends on employment status and tenure.

Workplace Type

Fully onsite in South Chesterfield, VA.

Application Deadline

May 23, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent specializes in engineering and sciences services, supporting innovation and speed to market globally. With nearly 30,000 consultants and over 4,500 clients, it is a leader in its field. Actalent is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations upon request.