Electrical Project Engineer

Job Title: Electrical Project Engineer Job Description
Join a dynamic team at a rapidly growing location that has recently secured significant funding to enhance its product lines. The role centers around the development of a new seven-story production facility dedicated to vertical production and packaging lines for an innovative product, Liquid IV. In addition to this exciting expansion, you will be part of the team automating and improving current personal care product lines. This position offers the opportunity to work on smart manufacturing projects with a focus on robotics and automation.
Responsibilities
- Lead automation projects related to the new production facility and existing product lines.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including OEMs and electricians, to implement automation solutions.
- Program and troubleshoot robotics systems, including understanding robot-to-PLC communication, servo motion control, and safety interlocks.
- Conduct field verification to ensure seamless integration of new systems and technologies.
- Work on palletizing, depalletizing, pick-and-place operations, vision inspection systems, and material handling automation.
- Assist with installation and coordination with third-party vendors.
- Manage project scopes and interact with various departments to ensure project success.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in electrical engineering and programming from scratch.
- Experience with PLC programming, especially with Rockwell and Siemens platforms.
- Robotics and automation experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
- At least 5 years of experience in automation and controls within the industry.
- Ability to design control panels and understand electrical schematic drawings using AutoCAD.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Familiarity with integrating cameras and vision systems is beneficial.
- Experience with project management, handling scopes in the $1-10M range.
- Knowledge of HVAC, boilers, and utility systems is advantageous.
- Experience in a 24/7 manufacturing environment is preferred.
Work Environment
This role requires a balance between office work in a cubicle environment and hands-on fieldwork in production facilities. Expect to spend approximately 70% of your time programming and 30% in field verification and coordination with electricians. The position offers autonomy in project management within a collaborative and innovative setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jefferson City, MO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $85.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jefferson City, MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Jefferson City,MO. About Actalent

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