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Facility Engineer
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 862842
Date Posted: 8/19/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Sterling, VA
Category: Data Centers
Salary: $40 - $56

Job Description

As a Facility Engineer, you will support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and reliability of critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure within a mission-critical data center environment. You will work as part of the site operations team responsible for maintaining the infrastructure necessary to support 100% uptime for Fortune 500 customers.
You will operate and troubleshoot critical power distribution, UPS systems, PDUs, transformers, switchgear, generators, emergency power systems, CRAH units, HVAC, and other facility equipment. You will also perform preventive and corrective maintenance, respond to equipment alarms and failures, coordinate contractors and vendors, and document maintenance and operational activities.
Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • 3+ years of experience in data center operations, critical facilities, industrial maintenance, power generation, electrical maintenance, mechanical systems, HVAC, or a related technical field
  • Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems
  • Experience with 120/208V and/or 277/480V electrical systems
  • Experience with UPS systems, PDUs, transformers, switchgear, or similar critical power equipment
  • Experience with generators and emergency power systems
  • Knowledge of mechanical and HVAC systems
  • Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to safely operate and work around critical electrical and mechanical equipment
  • Ability to read and understand technical documentation, procedures, and equipment information
  • Basic computer proficiency and ability to use computerized maintenance or ticketing systems
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong customer-service mindset
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to work a 12-hour rotating schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. overhead
Nice-to-Have Skills:
  • Data center or mission-critical facilities experience
  • Military technical training or experience in electrical, mechanical, power generation, HVAC, or facilities operations
  • Experience with medium-voltage electrical systems up to 25kV
  • Advanced experience with UPS systems, PDUs, transformers, switchgear, and electrical distribution
  • Advanced generator experience
  • CRAH/CRAC or mission-critical cooling experience
  • Electrical, mechanical, HVAC, or facilities-related trade license
  • Preventive and predictive maintenance experience
  • Experience managing contractors and vendors
  • CMMS experience
  • Knowledge of NEC standards and electrical safety practices
  • Experience supporting high-availability environments such as data centers, hospitals, telecommunications facilities, or power plants
  • Experience with transfer switches and associated emergency power equipment





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Electrical Engineer
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 3904598
Date Posted: 8/6/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Lynchburg, VA
Category: Manufacturing
Salary: $25 - $50

Job Description

As an Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of PLC-based control systems and electrical control panels for material handling systems. This role supports projects from initial design through manufacturing and field implementation by creating electrical schematics, selecting PLC hardware, developing Bills of Materials, supporting panel fabrication, and providing technical support during installation and commissioning.
Working closely with manufacturing, drafting, vendors, and customers, you will ensure control systems are designed in accordance with UL508A and NEC standards while delivering reliable, high-quality automation solutions.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in Industrial Control Systems, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of related industry experience if no engineering degree.
  • Experience designing PLC-based control systems.
  • Experience with:
    • Allen-Bradley ControlLogix
    • CompactLogix
    • SLC 500
  • HMI programming experience using Rockwell software.
  • Experience with motion control systems and servo drives.
  • Experience using:
    • AutoCAD Electrical 2018 or newer
    • AutoCAD 2018 or newer
    • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
  • Working knowledge of:
    • UL508A standards
    • National Electrical Code (NEC)
    • OSHA standards
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Requirements:
  • Design PLC-based control panels using AutoCAD Electrical.
  • Develop electrical schematics and control panel layouts.
  • Prepare conveyor and field component layouts.
  • Specify field devices including:
    • Motors
    • Solenoids
    • Photo eyes
    • Limit switches
  • Select PLC hardware based on I/O count, memory, and customer requirements.
  • Design motor and control circuits compliant with UL508A standards.
  • Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for control panels and field components.
  • Prepare production documentation for manufacturing.
  • Support control panel building and wiring activities.
  • Review engineering drawings and BOMs for accuracy.
  • Coordinate electrical interfaces with customers and third-party vendors.
  • Provide telephone support for field installation and troubleshooting.
  • Resolve customer technical issues as required.
  • Work overtime to support project schedules when necessary.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Experience with:
    • Siemens PLCs
    • IFM controls
    • SICK sensors and optics
  • Experience with NR12 compliance.
  • Material handling or conveyor automation experience.
  • Industrial automation or controls engineering background.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing and panel fabrication.
  • Familiarity with conveyor controls and automated material handling systems.
  • Experience coordinating multi-vendor automation projects.





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Mechanical Design Engineer
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 1179168
Date Posted: 8/3/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Lynchburg, VA
Category: Manufacturing
Salary: $25 - $50

Job Description

The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and improving mechanical systems for modular conveyor systems used throughout the corrugated paper and box industry. This role supports the full design lifecycle—from concept through fabrication and assembly—by creating detailed engineering drawings, bills of materials, and production documentation while collaborating closely with manufacturing and fabrication teams.
This position is ideal for mechanical engineers with machine design experience who enjoy designing custom equipment, supporting manufacturing, and working in a hands-on industrial environment.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
  • 5–8 years of mechanical system design experience.
  • Experience with:
    • AutoCAD
    • Autodesk Inventor
    • Vault
    • Similar 3D CAD modeling software
  • Strong mechanical aptitude.
  • Ability to read and interpret:
    • Blueprints
    • Electrical schematics
    • Mechanical drawings
  • Experience creating technical drawings for manufacturing.
  • Experience preparing Bills of Materials (BOMs), Pick Lists, and production release documentation.
  • Familiarity with engineering standards and manufacturing processes.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical system issues.
  • Experience using analog and digital multimeters.
  • Knowledge of basic electrical and electronic principles.

Requirements:
  • Design new mechanical systems and modify existing equipment designs.
  • Develop detailed engineering drawings for manufacturing and production.
  • Prepare Bills of Materials (BOMs), Pick Lists, and production documentation.
  • Provide engineering support during fabrication, welding, and equipment assembly.
  • Read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing personnel to ensure designs meet production requirements.
  • Support continuous improvement of mechanical systems and equipment.
  • Maintain compliance with engineering standards and company work processes.
  • Work safely in an industrial manufacturing environment.
  • Work overtime and weekends as required to support production schedules.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Experience designing conveyor systems or material handling equipment.
  • Experience supporting fabrication and welding operations.
  • Knowledge of machine design principles.
  • Experience with sheet metal, structural steel, or custom machinery.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing and production processes.
  • Experience working in industrial equipment manufacturing.
  • Military engineering or maintenance backgrounds including:
    • Army 91H Track Vehicle Repairer
    • Army 91X Maintenance Supervisor
    • Navy Hull Maintenance Technician (HT)
    • Navy Machinery Repairman (MR)
    • Navy Machinist's Mate (MM)
    • Air Force Mechanical Systems (2A7X3)
    • Marine Corps Maintenance Management or Mechanical Maintenance specialties





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Critical Systems Technician III & IV, Switchgear
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 4728583
Date Posted: 7/9/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Ashburn, VA
Category: Data Centers
Salary: $54 - $82

Job Description

The Switchgear Technician is responsible for the installation, service, testing, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mission-critical electrical power distribution equipment supporting data centers and other critical facilities. This role provides technical expertise throughout all phases of field operations while ensuring compliance with customer specifications, industry standards, and company quality requirements.

Responsibilities:

  • Review technical specifications with Project Managers and Sales teams to determine project scope and field operations requirements.
  • Coordinate with internal service teams to ensure compliance with project specifications.
  • Provide job-specific technical support to field operations.
  • Interface with equipment manufacturers to resolve site-related technical issues.
  • Perform QA/QC inspections on power distribution equipment.
  • Develop Critical Power System MOPs (Methods of Procedure), SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), and EOPs (Emergency Operating Procedures).
  • Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on contracted electrical equipment.
  • Install, service, and maintain power distribution equipment.
  • Troubleshoot power distribution and transmission control systems.
  • Perform functional testing of:
    • Low-, Medium-, and High-Voltage Switchgear
    • Relay Panels
    • Transformers
    • Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)
    • Circuit Breakers
  • Verify relay settings and logic sequences to ensure proper system operation.
  • Provide regular project status updates to Project Management and Service Operations leadership.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in the field.
  • Complete required testing reports and inspection documentation.
  • Participate in equipment commissioning and specialized system testing.
  • Conduct site visits throughout the assigned region.
  • Respond to customer service calls as required.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical Theory, or related discipline preferred, or equivalent work experience.
  • 2–5 years of experience with mission-critical electrical systems.
  • 3–5 years of field service or repair experience with UPS systems, electrical, electro-mechanical, electronics, or mission-critical power equipment.
  • Experience with electrical power distribution equipment including:
    • UPS systems
    • Switchgear
    • Batteries
    • Monitoring equipment
    • Generators
  • Working knowledge of NETA, IEEE, and NEMA standards related to low- and medium-voltage switchgear.
  • Hands-on experience with switchgear disassembly, inspection, repair, reassembly, testing, and maintenance.
  • Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, blueprints, electrical schematics, and construction drawings.
  • Current NETA or NICET Level II certification (or higher) required.
  • NFPA 70E Low Voltage and High Voltage certification required.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.

Requirements:
  • Strong technical writing skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and MS Project.
  • Experience using electrical testing equipment and reporting software.
  • Ability to travel approximately 30%, with occasional periods of increased travel based on project workload.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and balance for extended periods.
  • Ability to distinguish colors and maintain close and distance vision required for electrical testing and troubleshooting.
  • No supervisory responsibilities.





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Assistant Critical Facility Manager
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 6347680
Date Posted: 7/9/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Middleton, VA
Category: Data Centers
Salary: $85,000 - $129,000

Job Description

The Assistant Critical Facility Manager supports the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of a mission-critical facility while helping ensure maximum system reliability and uptime. This role works closely with the Critical Facility Manager to oversee daily operations, supervise technical staff and contractors, coordinate preventive maintenance activities, and ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements.
This position is ideal for experienced leaders from mission-critical facilities, data centers, power generation, industrial utilities, military engineering, or facilities management who have strong mechanical and electrical systems knowledge and experience leading technical teams.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • U.S. Citizen required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in mission-critical facilities or similar environments.
  • Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
  • Strong understanding of mission-critical infrastructure including:
    • Electrical distribution systems
    • Cooling/HVAC systems
    • Building infrastructure
  • Experience operating and maintaining facilities requiring 24/7 uptime.
  • Strong understanding of Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) requirements.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard business software.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and customer relationship skills.
  • Ability to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation when required.

Requirements:
  • Support the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of mission-critical facilities.
  • Help ensure 100% uptime for customer operations.
  • Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain critical mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Coordinate preventive maintenance and emergency repairs with minimal disruption.
  • Perform facility inspections and operational walkthroughs.
  • Manage equipment vendors, contractors, and service providers.
  • Ensure all Maintenance and Emergency Methods of Procedure (MOPs) are properly followed.
  • Maintain compliance with all Federal, State, Local, and EH&S regulations.
  • Assist with supervising Critical Facility Engineers, Data Center Technicians, and contractors.
  • Attend manufacturer training and support technical staff development.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in active mechanical and electrical environments.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or equivalent facilities management certification.
  • Experience leading operations within data centers or other mission-critical facilities.
  • Military engineering, utilities, facilities management, or power generation background.
  • Experience managing vendors and maintenance contractors.
  • Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and critical facility risk mitigation.
  • Experience supporting electrical, HVAC, and building automation systems.





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Field Service Engineer
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 9981565
Date Posted: 6/3/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Sterling, VA
Category: Engineering
Salary: $85,000 - $110,000

Job Description

The Field Service Engineer supports mission-critical power facilities by performing automatic transfer switch (ATS) startups, system modifications, warranty service, emergency response, and preventive maintenance. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role requiring strong electrical troubleshooting skills, safety awareness, and the ability to work independently in high-reliability environments.
This role supports facilities such as data centers, telecommunications sites, healthcare facilities, airports, and other critical infrastructure, where uptime and compliance are essential.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 3+ years of Field Service Engineering experience
  • Experience supporting electrical power systems (low voltage through medium voltage switchgear)
  • Experience working in critical power environments (data centers, healthcare, telecom, airports, etc.)
  • Experience testing and servicing automatic transfer switches (ATS)
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints
  • Familiarity with applicable electrical codes and industry standards
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Ability to manage projects, meet timelines, and work within budget guidelines
  • Self-directed with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction
  • Willingness to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation
  • Valid driver’s license in good standing
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education
  • 5+ years of field service experience in power distribution or protection systems
  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Strong understanding of power distribution, DC/AC systems, and voltage circuit theory
  • Advanced troubleshooting experience in mission-critical environments
  • Excellent time management, organization, and follow-up skills





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Field Service Technician
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 3664254
Date Posted: 4/24/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Remote, VA
Category: Data Centers
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000

Job Description

  • Performs Service tasks, identifies technical problems and makes analysis through remote or on-site activity in any Service categories (installation and commissioning, maintenance, repairs, engineering and consulting, advanced services, extensions, upgrades and retrofits, end of life services, replacements, etc.).
  • Contributes to customer satisfaction by executing Service work according to customer order and expectation. Creates and maintains a good relationship with customers and understands their needs. Identifies new sales opportunities and communicates them internally.
  • Coordinates, prepares and ensures that all materials, parts and equipment are available and at the appropriate quality for Service activities.
  • Prepares all documents and reports to be signed by the customer representative. Reports work done in a timely manner and follows up when needed.
  • Proactively identifies potential equipment failures and requests proactive corrective actions. Troubleshoots equipment failure and makes recommendations to avoid repeating the problem in the future.
  • Proactively identifies suggestions for product and quality improvement and communicates them further in the organization. Provides recommendations to management to improve operations and customer service.
  • Applies safety rules and safe practices as well as environmental responsibilities. Reports unsafe practices and incidents.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Bachelor's degree, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent military experience or Associates Degree with 2 or more years' experience in servicing critical power equipment
  • Will consider High School Diploma/GED and 10 or more years' experience.
  • Advanced level ability to interact and communicate (written and verbal) information to varying levels within the organization.
  • Advanced level of ability to use Microsoft Office products.
  • Moderate ability to self-Project Manage using MS Project or Excel.
  • Advanced ability to write test plans and reports detailing test results.
  • Military Preferred









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Field Engineer
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 4288251
Date Posted: 1/26/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Muiltiple Locations, VA
Category: Construction
Salary: $100,000

Job Description

The primary purpose of the Field Engineer is to train employees on how to build projects in the field and to aid the Superintendent in Field Management. The Field Engineer is responsible for most of the layout of the project as well as lift drawings, safety, and quality control responsibilities.

  • Subcontractor Management
  • Assisting Foreman with interpreting plans and specifications
  • Production and daily reporting
  • Company is hiring people that are seeking a career and provide systematic training toward career advancement. The Field Engineer role is an opportunity to build a lucrative career in commercial construction management.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

  • Strong communication skills
  • Microsoft Office Suites
  • 3 years of applicable experience (project management, leadership)
  • 4-year degree
  • Military experience is heavily valued.

Position Details:

  • Title: Field Engineer
  • Location: Mid-Atlantic Region (NY, NJ, PA, DE, MD, VA, WV, DC)
  • Shift: Monday - Friday | Typical Business Hours
  • Compensation: $100k First Year
  • Benefits: Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life and Disability Insurance as well as generous PTO. Year 2 triggers retirement plan that comes with 15% of base pay annual contributions. Bonuses, Profit Shares, and Automobiles kick in with advance positions.
  • Travel: Local travel to project sites and must be open for relocation within the Mid-Atlantic Region based on project needs (funded).





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