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Drafter-3D Modeler

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT

Title: Drafter - 3D Modeler

Location: Atlanta, GA or Buford, GA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Pay Rate: $22.00 â $36.00/hour, based on experience
Schedule: Hybrid â 3 days per week in office

Job Description

We are seeking 3D Modeler-Drafters to support electrical substation design projects. This opportunity is open to candidates ranging from entry-level through experienced designers and offers the opportunity to develop technical drafting and 3D modeling skills within the power and utilities industry. Candidates should have either Autodesk Inventor experience or previous substation experience. Entry-level candidates with experience using similar 3D modeling/design software such as SolidWorks, Revit, or Fusion 360 will also be considered.

Job Responsibilities

Develop and modify 3D models and technical drawings for electrical substation projects
Create and update drawings based on engineering requirements and project standards
Support Engineers and Project Managers throughout the design process
Incorporate design revisions and engineering markups into drawings and models
Maintain accurate, high-quality project documentation
Work on multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Follow client-specific drafting, modeling, and document control standards
Participate in project coordination meetings and occasional field/site visits

Qualifications

0â7 years of drafting, design, 3D modeling, or related experience
Experience with Autodesk Inventor OR electrical substation design strongly preferred
Entry-level candidates may have experience with Inventor, SolidWorks, Revit, Fusion 360, or similar 3D modeling software
Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate technical drawings
Ability to work effectively with Engineers, Project Managers, and other designers
Strong communication and organizational skills
Willingness and ability to learn new software, design standards, and substation applications

Benefits: As a Sterling Engineering contract employee, you are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, holiday pay, and additional employee benefits.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Field Service Engineer

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 CST

Title: Field Service Engineer
Location: Atlanta, GA (Remote / Regional Travel)
Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $38â$45 per hour
Benefits:
Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off with blackout periods, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
OT at 1.5x, Company Credit Card (gas, food, parking), 401(k)

The Field Service Engineer provides onsite technical support for power distribution equipment used in mission-critical environments such as data centers. This role performs troubleshooting, repair, commissioning, and maintenance on low-voltage gear and related systems while delivering excellent customer service.

Job Duties:

Provide onsite troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and commissioning for low-voltage distribution gear, transformers, and related power systems.
Perform break/fix work at customer locations and ensure equipment reliability.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and system documentation.
Use test equipment such as multimeters, current meters, and diagnostic tools.
Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical distribution and monitoring systems.
Prepare detailed service reports, test sheets, and documentation.
Attend onsite customer meetings and communicate regularly with Project Managers.
Ensure compliance with site-specific and company safety regulations.
Maintain tools, spare parts, consumables, and equipment in proper working condition.
Support installation supervision and commissioning of new equipment.
Escalate customer concerns and technical issues appropriately.
Identify areas for improvement to eliminate waste and add value.

Qualifications:

Associate degree in Electrical Power Distribution or related field, or 5+ years of relevant electrical experience.
3â5 years of experience with electrical power distribution systems, AC/DC systems, or power monitoring equipment.
Understanding of low-voltage switchgear, transformers, and distribution equipment.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical diagrams.
Experience using electrical test equipment such as multimeters and current meters.
Data center or mission-critical experience preferred.
Military experience strongly preferred.
Knowledge of UL standards (UL67, UL1008, UL891, UL1558, etc.) is a plus.
Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Valid driverâs license and willingness to travel as required.

Maintenance Supervisor | 3rd Shift

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 CDT

Title: Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Forest Park, GA

Shift: 3rd shift | 10pm to 6:30am | Monday - Friday (occasional Saturdays)

Overview:

Sterling has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options: 401k

Pay: $75-85k

Job Summary:

A growing food manufacturing operation is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead daily maintenance activities and help foster a positive, safety-focused team environment. This role oversees the performance and reliability of plant equipment, facilities, and systems to ensure consistent production and minimal downtime. The position plays a key role in driving preventive maintenance strategies, coordinating repairs, and supporting operational efficiency across multiple shifts.

Job Duties:

Supervise and support a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with operational priorities.
Plan, assign, and prioritize maintenance tasks based on equipment criticality and production needs.
Develop and maintain preventive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
Schedule and track routine inspections, servicing, lubrication, cleaning, and calibration activities.
Respond to urgent repair needs, coordinating resources to minimize disruption to production.
Ensure all maintenance work complies with company standards, regulatory requirements, and workplace safety guidelines.
Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, parts usage, and system performance.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or related field preferred.
3â5 years of leadership or supervisory experience within a manufacturing or industrial maintenance environment.
Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
Solid understanding of preventive maintenance practices, safety standards, and equipment reliability.
Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with Microsoft Office, SAP, or CMMS platforms preferred.

Maintenance Technician | 3rd Shift

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00 CST

Title: Maintenance Technician

Location: Forest Park, GA

Shift: 3rd shift 10pm-6:30am Sunday - Friday

Overview:

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k

Pay: $29-35/hr depending on skills

Job Summary:

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting plant equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This role supports production by responding to breakdowns, performing preventive maintenance, and completing mechanical and electrical repairs across the facility.

Job Duties:

Troubleshoot and repair equipment failures on the production floor
Perform electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and plumbing maintenance
Execute preventive maintenance tasks thoroughly and safely
Utilize a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for work orders
Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to share knowledge and drive improvements
Maintain professional communication with internal and external stakeholders
Work in environments with temperature variations and exposure to manufacturing materials
Frequently stand, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds

Qualifications:

Minimum five (5) years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of electrical systems, conveyors, hydraulics, HVAC, PLCs, refrigeration, motors, and gearboxes
Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, including basic electrical circuits
Technical certification preferred
Must provide personal hand tools

Project Controls Cost Analyst

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT

Project Controls Cost Analyst

Location: Atlanta, GA
Hire Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $60/hr - $65/hr
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO

Position Overview

The Project Controls Consultant is responsible for supporting the planning, cost management, forecasting, risk analysis, procurement, and financial oversight of energy and infrastructure projects. This role works closely with Project Managers, vendors, customers, and project teams to ensure projects remain aligned with approved budgets, schedules, forecasts, and execution strategies.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) that align project execution strategies with cost tracking, forecasting, scheduling, and comparison to the original estimate.
Manage and monitor project budgets to ensure effective and cost-efficient utilization of resources.
Support the Project Manager as the Project Controls lead by developing a strong understanding of project scope, objectives, and execution activities.
Participate in weekly and monthly project meetings and incorporate project updates into forecasts, estimates, risk registers, and financial reports.
Prepare project estimates and budgets and initiate and maintain cost forecasts.
Review and incorporate monthly project costs and perform cost variance analysis, including explanations of significant variances.
Lead cost impact and forecast review meetings with Project Management.
Conduct qualified and quantified risk analysis to support data-driven decision-making and the development of risk response strategies.
Support the bidding process, including bid evaluations, comparisons, and reporting.
Review project invoicing for compliance with contractual requirements and project progress.
Manage vendor-related cost and schedule activities, including change orders, invoicing, estimates, schedules, and reporting.
Coordinate with vendors to ensure project information and deliverables meet the needs of the project and Project Manager.
Support the settlement of final accounts and project closeout activities to minimize unforeseen or trailing costs.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with customers and project stakeholders.

Qualifications & Key Skills

Demonstrated experience in project cost management and project controls.
Experience with cost estimating, planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
Knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and materials.
Working knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies.
Experience with post-contract cost management activities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Methodical and analytical approach to work.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to adapt quickly to changing project environments.
Strong problem-solving, negotiation, financial, and numerical skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to understand and evaluate complex project information and requirements.
Strong team-oriented approach with effective conflict resolution and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with Project Managers, customers, vendors, contractors, and other project stakeholders.

Project Manager

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT

Title: Project Manager
Location: Atlanta, GA
Hire Type: Embedded / Contract
Pay: $65â$68/HR

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Project Manager to support energy and natural gas infrastructure projects in Naperville, IL. This role will work closely with clients, designers, contractors, inspectors, and other project stakeholders to ensure projects stay on schedule and meet delivery milestones.

Job Summary:

The Project Manager will oversee project execution for gas pipeline and facility projects, coordinating project teams and stakeholders while managing schedules, milestones, and overall project delivery.

Job Duties:

Manage gas pipeline and facility projects from planning through completion.
Coordinate daily with clients, designers, stakeholders, contractors, and inspectors.
Monitor and expedite project schedules and delivery milestones.
Coordinate project activities to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Communicate project updates, issues, and progress to key stakeholders.
Identify and resolve project challenges and potential schedule delays.
Support overall project planning, coordination, and execution.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

5+ years of project management experience.
Experience within the energy and natural gas sectors.
Experience with pipeline construction and/or integrity management.
Bachelorâs degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
PMP Certification is a plus.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to effectively manage multiple stakeholders and project priorities.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Software:

Microsoft Office Suite
Adobe Acrobat
Strong overall understanding of information technology and project-related software.

Schedule:

Hybrid
4 days onsite / 1 day remote
Location: Atlanta, G

Sr CAD Designer

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 CDT

Title: Sr CAD Designer
Location: Flowery Branch, GA
Hire Type: Contract, Multi-Year Assignment
Compensation: $50-65/hr
Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Must have Skill Set:

7+ years of mechanical CAD/design experience
Advanced SolidWorks and AutoCAD proficiency
2D/3D mechanical design and production-ready drawing development
Manufacturing or industrial design experience, including reverse engineering

Overview:

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Mechanical CAD Designer to provide hands-on, on-site design and drafting support within a high-volume production facility. This role will support engineering, maintenance, production, research and development, capital projects, and process improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of mechanical CAD experience, advanced SolidWorks and AutoCAD skills, and the ability to develop accurate 2D drawings, 3D models, layouts, and production-ready fabrication documentation. Manufacturing or industrial experience is strongly preferred.

Job Duties:

Maintain the siteâs product data and engineering drawing library, including vendor documentation, revisions, updates, and archival of obsolete files.
Create and maintain 2D plant layouts, process layouts, 3D models, schematics, P&IDs, process flow diagrams, pipe routing drawings, and mechanical drawings.
Develop detailed, production-ready drawings for machining, fabrication, sheet metal, molding, injection molding, and other manufacturing processes.
Design and modify mechanical components, equipment, assemblies, platforms, guards, carts, catwalks, and other plant-support equipment.
Support capital projects by converting field measurements and point-cloud information into 3D models, layouts, installation drawings, and accurate as-built documentation.
Perform reverse engineering of existing equipment and components to support replacement parts, cost reduction, equipment improvements, and reliability initiatives.
Partner with research and development teams on prototype development, equipment design, and transition to production.
Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, production, safety, project, and vendor teams to develop practical mechanical solutions.
Obtain technical information, measurements, specifications, and drawings from vendors and internal stakeholders as needed.
Ensure drawings, models, and technical documentation meet established engineering and plant standards.

Qualifications:

7+ years of professional CAD drafting or mechanical design experience, preferably within manufacturing, industrial, or production environments.
Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
Strong experience creating and modifying both 2D drawings and 3D solid models.
Demonstrated mechanical, machine, and component design experience.
Experience with reverse engineering equipment, machinery, or components.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, measurements, and technical documentation.
Experience creating drawings for machining, fabrication, sheet metal, molding, or similar manufacturing processes.
Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, tolerances, dimensions, and drawing standards.
Ability to work from field measurements and point-cloud data.
Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to independently manage multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Sr. Estimator

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 CDT

Title: Cost Engineer / Cost Manager

Location: Atlanta, GA OR Naperville, IL

Hire Type: Contract

Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

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Compensation: $40-$50/hour

Must have Skill Set: 10+ years of estimating experience, energy/pipeline/utilities industry experience, and proficiency in estimating software (CATO, CAD Measure, Bluebeam/PlanSwift/WinEst).

Overview

The Senior Estimator is responsible for preparing comprehensive cost estimates across various disciplines while providing guidance and supervision to junior staff. This role supports all stages of project development, utilizing energy and utilities industry experience to deliver accurate pricing, cost benchmarking, and specialty cost intelligence that reflects local market conditions. The ideal candidate will collaboratively engage with track leads and project management to capture all cost assumptions, maintain the cost data library, and guide stakeholders through advanced calculation methods and industry best practices.

Job Duties

Examines blueprints and other design documents to perform accurate quantity takeoffs and prepare detailed cost estimates.
Leads the development of early-stage conceptual and feasibility cost model estimates using historic benchmarking and industry experience.
Gathers and maintains accurate, up-to-date pricing data from databases, contractors, and suppliers to input into CATO and develop unit cost pricing.
Collaborates with architects, engineers, and project teams to establish a clear understanding of project scopes and local logistics.
Compares historic benchmark costs, prepares cost reconciliations between multiple estimates, and explains variance cost drivers.
Supervises, reviews, and provides work direction to junior technical staff.
Assists senior management in optimizing project efficiency and improving estimate accuracy.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelorâs degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience, specifically within the energy, pipeline, and energy utilities industry.
Technical Skills: Intermediate knowledge of CATO, working knowledge of electronic takeoff (including CAD Measure), and proficiency in commercial estimating software (Bluebeam, PlanSwift, WinEst). Must also be proficient in IT tools like Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and Adobe Acrobat.
Core Capabilities: Strong knowledge of local construction markets, pricing trends, and conceptual cost modeling from limited data. Proven ability to solve complex problems, make sound technical judgments, and deliver excellent communications and presentations.
Preferred: Professional designations such as RICS, CCP, CCM, AIA, PE, ASPE, AACEI, CVS, AVS, LEED AP, RA, or appraisal licensure.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.