Electrical Field Engineer

Field Electrical Engineer Remote (California Based) | 75% Travel Across the U.S. About the Opportunity Join a nationally recognized engineering, infrastructure, and consulting organization that delivers innovative solutions for public and private sector clients across transportation, power, utilities, technology, and building infrastructure markets. With thousands of professionals nationwide, the company is known for providing comprehensive engineering, testing, commissioning, and program management services that help shape critical infrastructure projects throughout the United States. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Field Electrical Engineer to support the construction, testing, commissioning, and energization of electrical infrastructure projects nationwide. Acting as the Owner's Representative , you will play a critical role in ensuring electrical systems are installed safely, tested thoroughly, and prepared for successful energization. Projects may include commercial EV charging infrastructure, facility power upgrades, medium-voltage distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, protective relays, and other critical power system components. This position is fully remote when not traveling to project sites and requires approximately 75% travel throughout the United States . Key Responsibilities Serve as the Owner's Representative during construction, testing, commissioning, and energization activities. Perform field inspections and construction quality assurance reviews to verify compliance with project specifications, design standards, and electrical codes. Oversee testing and commissioning activities performed by NETA-certified testing firms and electrical contractors. Review and evaluate electrical testing results for transformers, power cables, protective relays, switchgear, and related equipment. Identify installation deficiencies, code compliance concerns, and potential energization barriers. Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of power system equipment, including: Transformers Switchgear Protective relays Circuit breakers Automatic transfer switches (ATS) Develop punch lists, corrective action recommendations, and detailed field reports. Coordinate with contractors, project managers, testing vendors, and client stakeholders to facilitate issue resolution and project completion. Communicate technical findings, project status updates, risks, and recommendations through written reports and stakeholder meetings. Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence on all project sites. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline. Minimum of 5 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Field engineering Electrical testing and commissioning Power system maintenance Electrical construction oversight Experience working with low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical systems. Ability to interpret electrical test data and assess system readiness for energization. Working knowledge of NETA standards, acceptance testing procedures, and commissioning best practices. Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and root cause analysis capabilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, Bluebeam, and related project documentation tools. Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout the United States (approximately 75%). Preferred Experience supporting utility, renewable energy, EV charging infrastructure, or industrial power projects. Familiarity with electrical protection and control systems. Previous experience serving as an Owner's Representative or Owner's Engineer. NETA, PE, EIT, or other industry certifications are a plus. What You'll Bring Strong technical expertise in power distribution systems and electrical infrastructure. Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with project teams nationwide. Sound judgment, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving field issues. Why Join Us? This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure projects that support the nation's growing energy and transportation needs. You'll collaborate with industry-leading engineers, contractors, and stakeholders while contributing to projects that improve reliability, sustainability, and operational performance across a diverse range of electrical systems. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Los Angeles, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $75.00/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 remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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 [email protected] 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.