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Job Title: Project EngineerJob Description

The Project Engineer supports the planning, coordination, and execution of all engineering and construction activities related to electrical systems on a large-scale data center project. This role involves managing technical documentation, assisting with procurement, tracking project progress, and ensuring that field operations align with project specifications, safety standards, schedule milestones, and quality expectations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment with demanding timelines typical of mission-critical work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development, review, and management of electrical construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Maintain organized logs and documentation to ensure accurate project tracking.
• Coordinate with vendors, engineers, GC/CM teams, and field supervisors to ensure timely information flow.
• Support the BIM/VDC process by collaborating on model updates, clash resolutions, and design modifications.
• Work with the team on electrical constructability.
• Perform tasks to ensure cost development aligns with the budget.
• Handle job billing and estimation for the data center.

Essential Skills

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, drawings, and construction practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Bluebeam, Revit, Navisworks, or similar tools is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with field crews, engineering teams, and general contractors.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent relevant experience).
• Experience in electrical contracting or electrical engineering preferred.
• Experience with data centers, mission-critical facilities, or large industrial projects is a plus.

Work Environment

You will work at the Microsoft Data Center in Mt. Pleasant, Wisconsin, with the first month stationed at the office in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. The role offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a booming industry.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Menomonee Falls, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $57.69/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 onsite position in Menomonee Falls,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.