Field Electrical Engineer

Post Date

Jun 27, 2025

Location

Wallingford,
Connecticut

ZIP/Postal Code

06492
US
Sep 18, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

PIT-791762

Pay Rate

$80k - $120k (estimate)

Job Description

Day to Day
Insight Global is looking for a Field Electrical Engineer to join our clients Cold Rolling Mills team. The selected candidate will play a key role in the supervision, installation, commissioning, and service support of
electrical systems for cold rolling equipment in the steel industry. You will contribute directly to the performance and success of our projects in cold rolling mills, which are critical for producing high-quality flat steel products with precise thickness and surface characteristics.

Key Responsibilities:
· Act as the primary onsite electrical contact for cold rolling mill installations.
· Supervise installation and commissioning of automation and control systems (PLC/HMI), power distribution, and motor drives for cold rolling lines (e.g., tandem mills, skin-pass mills, temper mills).
· Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to control logic, motor performance, and instrumentation on site.
· Coordinate with mechanical, automation, and process teams to ensure smooth system integration specific to cold rolling requirements.
· Interface with customers and subcontractors during site execution phases.
· Work with AC/DC drives, motors, MCCs, operator stations, and HMIs in high-automation environments.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

Associates or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering, etc.
HMI Programming
PLC Programming - Allen Bradley, Rockwell, Siemens, GE
(Knowledge of at least 2)
Experience in a field based role/commissioning machinery in the field
Experience with electrical systems (low level voltage) including drive/control systems, hydraulic systems/pneumatic systems, sensors, actuators.
Cold rolling mill experience, or solid industry experience

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

· Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
· Automation of pickling lines, tandem cold mills, or coil processing lines).
· Knowledge of large AC/DC drive systems such as ABB or Siemens Sinamics.
· Experience with SAP and/or field service documentation tools.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.