Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are seeking a Field Electrical Engineer to support project design, installation, and commissioning of electrical systems across industrial and manufacturing facilities. This role involves hands-on field work, coordination and management of electrical contractors, ensuring all electrical distribution systems are designed and installed to meet project requirements, safety standards, and applicable codes and commissioning.
Key Responsibilities- Supervise and manage electrical installation, testing, and commissioning activities on site.
- Ensure all work complies with industry standards, local electrical codes, and safety protocols.
- Develop, review, and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and panel schedules.
- Oversee and coordinate activities of electrical contractors to ensure conformance with design specifications, safety regulations and schedule.
- Prepare cost and labor estimates, track project budgets, and forecast resource requirements.
- Perform field inspections, troubleshoot electrical issues, and recommend corrective actions.
- Monitor electrical contractor activities, assign tasks, and ensure proper execution.
- Prepare, review, and submit technical documentation, such as drawings, specifications, and progress reports.
- Support power distribution design for low-voltage systems (480V and below) and assist with high-voltage systems (up to 13.8kV or higher) as needed.
- Collaborate with project managers, electrical/controls engineers, and construction teams to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
- Prepare documentation, including as-builts, load calculations, and equipment submittal reviews.
- Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, OSHA, IEC and other relevant electrical and safety codes.
- Document and report on any safety concerns related to the installation and operation of our equipment.
- Provide training and guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
Requirements
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
- Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in electrical engineering.
- Proven experience managing and working directly with electrical contractors on active job sites.
- Strong understanding of power distribution systems.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor & Microsoft Office Products
- Working knowledge of NEC and applicable codes.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to travel and work on-site at customer or construction locations.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft office products.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail to identify and rectify control system issues.
- Experience using, programming, and troubleshooting common industrial sensors and controls, multimeter/amp/oscilloscope.
- Experience in ABB & Siemens & Rockwell VFD's.
Preferred Attributes- PE license or EIT certification (or in progress).
- Experience with industrial or foundry environments.
- Working with or managing electrical contractors
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT- Works in Manufacturing & Office Environment.
- Requires the ability to lift 5 pounds regularly with occasional lifting to and upwards of 20 pounds.
- Travel dependent on workload and will be job specific.
- Estimated at 50-80% domestic & internationally in a given year.
Pay: 100K - 150K paid annually. The range provided is a guideline and not a guarantee of compensation. Other factors that are involved in offer decisions include, and are not limited to a candidate's experience, qualifications, geography, and internal equity.
Benefits: The position also comes with an annual profit-sharing incentive bonus payment. Our benefit programs provide choice and flexibility to meet the needs of you and your family. This includes health and well-being, financial planning tools, career development, PTO, and more.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions of the job.
Salary Description
100K - 150K Annually
