Job Information
Actalent Facilities Electrical Engineer in Hampton, Virginia
Job Title: Facilities Electrical Engineer
Job Description
Manage the electrical and controls scope of process improvement, capital expansion, and obsolescence mitigation projects.
Responsibilities
Coordinate all phases of assigned projects from concept, scope development, written specifications, bid solicitations, related bid meetings, equipment and facilities engineering/design, manufacturing, and installation through final start-up, acceptance, and project closure.
Assist production and maintenance with various types of equipment and process issues from an engineering perspective with key emphasis on maintaining and improving reliability and productivity of systems with specialized technical expertise in the application and use of automation technology for plant facilities and processes.
Provide higher-level support for all PLC, HMI, and Robotic systems and programming for all PLC/Scada/Database Systems.
Maintain accurate records for all automation programs and all changes to these systems.
Propose and execute improvements to existing automation systems and processes.
Focus on overall safety of facilities equipment and processes including responsibility and oversight of EHS policies.
Oversee contractor work and compliance with Federal/State, Environmental, Health and Safety policies.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience working with electrical systems such as power distribution, PLC's, HMI’s, and database systems.
Electrical engineering, PLC programming, PLC troubleshooting, robotics automation, automation.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with Project Management.
Basic understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
Capable of programming ControlLogix/Modicon PLC systems.
Experience programming Wonderware, SQL, touchscreen HMI/SCADA systems.
Understanding of NEC, NFPA, and other pertinent electrical safety standards.
Ability to use ACAD/Inventor.
Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Work Environment
This position is onsite, Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM, involving both desk and hands-on work. The role offers the opportunity to work on a team while also independently managing projects.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Hampton, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $110000.00/yr.
Health dental vision pto holidays retirement
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Hampton,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 1, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.