(FE) Field Engineer I

Overwatch Mission Critical•Claude, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Field Engineer I is an entry-level engineering position supporting electrical construction projects directly from the jobsite. This is a 100% field-based role with regular onsite presence, reporting to the Engineering Team Lead/Manager and supporting both engineering and project teams. The role provides technical engineering support, consultation, design information, and assistance under the guidance of senior engineering leadership. The Field Engineer I helps ensure project work complies with applicable engineering standards and follows the intended electrical design. This is an excellent entry point for candidates looking to build a career in electrical engineering, construction engineering, or project management. This is a new role with the client and is anticipated to be a challenging search due to the combination of electrical expertise, field readiness, and growth potential required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Sciences, or a related engineering discipline (a combination of education, training, and relevant experience may also be considered).
Candidates a few years out of school are preferred.
Strong electrical foundation.
Exposure to low-voltage systems, medium-voltage systems, power distribution systems, lighting systems, and auxiliary electrical systems.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
Familiarity with electrical design concepts and construction workflows.
General understanding of electrical codes, engineering standards, and energy-efficiency requirements.
Interest in learning power-system analysis and lighting-calculation tools.
Strong Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines under a supervisor’s direction.
Ability to adapt to changing requirements while maintaining a positive attitude.
Self-motivated, proactive team player.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to learn technical engineering software, electrical codes, and construction processes.
Demonstrates teamwork, productivity, and strategic thinking.
Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment and managing multiple priorities.
Must be able to interact effectively and professionally with engineers, designers, contractors, architects, and other project stakeholders.
Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

Internship or co-op experience is highly desirable.
Individuals who have assisted Project Managers, Estimators, Engineering teams, or Designers are strong targets.
AutoCAD
Revit
Bluebeam
Prolog
Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
SKM
ETAP
Illuminance or lighting-calculation software
Experience with or exposure to short-circuit studies, arc-flash analysis and mitigation, protective-device coordination, and field verification of overcurrent protection settings.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification is a major plus and a strong indicator of previous construction-site exposure.

Responsibilities

Support engineering and project management teams on active construction projects.
Provide technical engineering and design assistance to internal and external project stakeholders under senior engineering supervision.
Help ensure project activities align with engineering standards and the intended electrical design.
Review, comment on, and process equipment submittals, system submittals, and Requests for Information (RFIs).
Assist senior engineers with field observations, design interpretations, and design updates during construction.
Help resolve drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, coordination issues, and design errors.
Coordinate electrical scope with architectural teams, structural teams, mechanical trades, plumbing trades, low-voltage and communications teams, and other electrical trades.
Assist in developing, reviewing, and updating power-system designs, lighting designs, auxiliary-system designs, and single-line diagrams.
Review short-circuit studies and assist with verifying overcurrent protective-device settings in the field.
Collaborate with Designers and other engineering resources assigned to the project or team.
Participate in project meetings with engineers, contractors, architects, and other project stakeholders.
Review plans, technical specifications, estimates, and contract documents under senior engineering supervision.
Support equipment procurement, project specifications, and buyout activities.
Work closely with engineering leadership to understand project design criteria and budget considerations.