Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Project Engineer

Job Description

The Electrical Project Engineer supports a large-scale construction project by bridging the gap between BIM/VDC design teams and field construction operations. This role focuses on translating coordinated electrical models and design documentation into clear, executable plans for field installation, with a major emphasis on developing and coordinating detailed field work packages. The engineer ensures that field supervision and electrical crews receive accurate drawings, sequencing, material information, and construction details so they can execute work safely, efficiently, and correctly.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the electrical BIM/VDC team and field leadership to translate coordinated models and drawings into executable field installation plans.
• Develop, assemble, and maintain electrical work packages for upcoming field activities, including drawings, sequencing, and material information.
• Review BIM models, electrical drawings, specifications, and related project documentation to fully understand upcoming scopes of work.
• Determine how electrical systems will be constructed and installed in the field, including installation approaches and sequencing strategies.
• Ensure field teams receive current drawings, details, and supporting documentation before work begins so installation can proceed without delays.
• Coordinate with BIM/VDC personnel when constructability issues, conflicts, or required changes are identified in the models or drawings.
• Work directly with superintendents, foremen, project managers, and other project stakeholders to resolve technical and constructability questions.
• Assist with RFIs, drawing revisions, submittals, documentation, and change coordination as they relate to field execution.
• Identify potential installation conflicts or missing information early and escalate or resolve issues before they impact construction activities.
• Maintain organized documentation for assigned electrical scopes and work packages to support traceability and efficient project execution.
• Support planning and coordination of upcoming electrical installation activities, helping align field resources, materials, and schedules.
• Contribute to overall project coordination by collaborating with construction management, field engineering, and project engineering teams.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2+ years of experience working in a project engineering function handling electrical construction-related projects.
• Demonstrated experience in electrical construction, including field engineering or field work support.
• Strong understanding of electrical drawings and the ability to translate them into practical installation plans.
• Experience with project engineering, project coordination, and construction management in an electrical construction environment.
• Ability to develop and manage work packages, including sequencing, documentation, and coordination with field teams.
• Proficiency in reviewing and interpreting BIM models, electrical drawings, specifications, and related project documentation.
• Experience supporting RFIs, drawing revisions, submittals, and change coordination for construction projects.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with BIM/VDC personnel, superintendents, foremen, project managers, and field crews.
• Organizational skills to maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation for assigned electrical scopes and work packages.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with Revit, Navisworks, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or similar BIM and construction documentation platforms.
• Electrical construction engineering, field engineering, or construction project engineering.
• Experience working on large-scale or complex construction projects, such as data centers or similar facilities.
• Ability to identify constructability issues and potential installation conflicts in advance and propose practical solutions.
• Interest in growing within a developing team and division, with the motivation to take on increased responsibility over time.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site position based at a project office trailer located on a large construction site in Saline, MI. The Project Management, BIM, and scheduling teams work on site in the trailer, while field teams move in and out throughout the day for meetings and coordination. The environment is highly collaborative and fast-paced, with frequent interaction between design, planning, and field operations. The project is currently very busy, and the schedule typically consists of 10-hour workdays and most Saturdays, averaging approximately 50 to 58 hours per week. The role provides exposure to one of the largest data center projects currently underway in the country and offers the opportunity to grow within a developing team and division in a family-owned company culture focused on long-term project success and professional development.

This is a Contract position based out of Saline, MI.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/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)

This is a Contract position based out of Saline, MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Saline,MI.

About Actalent

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