Electrical Project Engineer

Talascend is currently seeking an Electrical Project Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Delta, Utah.

The Electrical Project Engineer supports electrical engineering and project execution for a materials manufacturing operation, partnering closely with manufacturing, maintenance, and quality teams to design, implement, and improve electrical systems.

• Support and lead electrical aspects of manufacturing and capital projects from concept through installation and startup
• Design, specify, and troubleshoot electrical systems for production equipment, tooling, and facility infrastructure
• Provide hands-on support and oversight for electrical systems, PLCs, motors, sensors, and industrial controls
• Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and automation teams to improve equipment performance and uptime
• Develop, review and approve electrical documentation including schematics, specifications, and project scopes
• Coordinate with vendors, OEMs, and contractors during equipment installation and modifications
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, OSHA, and internal safety standards
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to safety, quality, throughput, and cost

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 8-10+ years of electrical engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Working knowledge of industrial power distribution and control systems in a manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting manufacturing equipment and production lines
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced plant environment
• Strong troubleshooting and cross-functional communication skills

• Experience with PLC platforms is a plus
• Exposure to materials manufacturing (machining, assembly, stamping, molding, etc.)
• Experience supporting capital equipment installations and upgrades
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.