Engineer Technician I

Job Description

Job Description

⚡ Launch Your Career as a Field Technician (Entry-Level Engineering)

Are you looking to break into the engineering field and gain hands-on experience in real-world infrastructure projects? We’re seeking a motivated Field Technician to join a dynamic team supporting critical electrical and engineering operations.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone early in their career who wants to learn, grow, and contribute to impactful projects while building technical expertise.

In this role, you’ll gain valuable field and engineering experience while supporting a variety of projects:

• Coordinate with permitting agencies, right-of-way specialists, utility owners, and field teams
• Review project scopes and assess technical requirements
• Perform site visits to inspect infrastructure and collect field data
• Support engineering design work for electrical systems and distribution projects
• Assist with construction support and post-construction quality reviews
• Conduct root cause analysis on outages and recommend practical solutions
• Prepare technical documentation including reports, sketches, diagrams, and data summaries

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical training or coursework is a plus)
• Interest in engineering, electrical systems, or field-based technical work
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow processes and learn quickly in a structured environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to travel to job sites as needed

This role is designed to help you build a strong foundation in engineering:

• Hands-on experience in field inspections and technical analysis
• Exposure to electrical design and infrastructure projects
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and field professionals
• Opportunity to grow into more advanced engineering or technical roles

We’re committed to supporting our employees both professionally and personally:

• Structured training and development programs
• Opportunities for advancement within engineering and technical teams
• Access to industry certifications and continued learning

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Flexible work arrangements when applicable

• Collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Leadership that invests in employee success
• Inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued

• Contribute to essential infrastructure and real-world engineering solutions
• Be part of projects that have a direct impact on communities and systems

• Combination of fieldwork and office-based engineering tasks
• Travel to project sites as needed

If you're ready to gain hands-on experience, learn from industry experts, and build a long-term career in engineering, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding technical career!

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 1, 2026.

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 View email address on ziprecruiter.com 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.