Job Title: Electrical Field Engineer
Job Description
We are looking for a skilled Electrical Field Engineer to facilitate electrical building system startups and commissioning activities. You will provide subject matter expert assistance in reviewing product and equipment submittals, shop drawings, engineering design drawings, and specifications. Additionally, you will coordinate with contractors, vendors, and plant facilities groups to ensure seamless delivery, installation, and commissioning of equipment.
Responsibilities
Facilitate electrical building system startups and commissioning activities.
Review product and equipment submittals, shop drawings, engineering design drawings, and specifications.
Ensure adherence to safety procedures, safe work practices, and OSHA requirements for electrical installations including Lock-Out, Electrical Safe Work Practices, Control of Hazardous Energy, and arc flash safety.
Apply extensive knowledge of prevailing building codes and professional industry standards.
Coordinate equipment factory testing, delivery, installation, commissioning, and handover to end users.
Coordinate weekend and plant shutdown work with contractors, plant facilities groups, and manufacturing shops.
Conduct continuous work progress inspections.
Support construction administration activities related to schedule coordination, quality confirmations, weekly coordination meetings, and planned utility outages.
Inspect and observe electrical building systems for compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and applicable codes.
Oversee electrical contractors for adherence to project delivery methods, schedule milestone targets, and coordination with other groups.
Prepare field engineering status reports of work progress and schedule to Project Managers.
Provide input and feedback to improve project technical specifications and standards.
Essential Skills
5-10 years of professional experience with at least 2 years in construction management.
Experience in design criteria development for electrical systems.
Automotive experience with engine, transmission, or vehicle facilities or similar industrial manufacturer.
5+ years in the electrical design field.
Proficient organizational, communication, and schedule management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with software such as Bluebeam and AutoCAD.
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Multi-Disciplinary Experience (civil, electrical, etc.).
Toyota Kanban experience.
Experience with startup and commissioning of substations and/or mechanical equipment.
Work Environment
This position is onsite. We offer a great work/life balance, good culture, flexibility, and independence. You will receive 10 PTO days and 9 paid holidays per year. Hours worked over 40 are compensated at time and a half. Travel for contractors is fully covered.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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