Field Service Engineer - Arc Flash

Brady - Indianapolis, IN

Full-time - Mid Level

Indianapolis, IN

5,001-10,000 employees

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

This individual will be performing on-site electrical distribution system evaluations and performing arc flash risk assessment calculations. Typical job activities will include supporting the sales team, working with clients to determine the appropriate arc flash solution, gathering electrical system data, and performing electrical engineering calculations. Responsible for coordinating and facilitating arc flash training and certifications. This position is home office based and is required to reside within (50) miles of a major metropolitan national airport.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical power system and engineering studies for our clients across all industries
• Assist sales team and communicates with clients regarding arc flash services offered
• Project manage assigned projects with customers from job kick off through job close out
• Evaluate documents and gather electrical data to create engineering study project proposals
• On-site electrical system assessments to document existing system configuration, equipment ratings, conductor lengths and ampacities, and overcurrent protective device information
• Perform power system studies including arc flash studies, short circuit coordination studies, and fault current studies
• Perform general and site specific arc flash training for customers
• Perform arc flash audits and gap analysis, create customer reports, and communicate findings to customers
• Identify electrical code violations
• Create arc flash report (deliverables include arc flash labels, single-line diagrams, and recommendations to reduce incident energy)
• Serve as SME (Subject Matter Expert) and trainer to internal personnel on arc flash safety, assessments, audits, and calculations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
• In lieu of education, 10 years of practical electrical engineering, engineering calculation, or field experience in the electrical building construction industry is acceptable
• A minimum of 5 years of electrical engineering, engineering calculation experience or related field experience
• Must have the ability to understand installed electrical distribution systems, electrical schematic diagrams, and engineering documentation
• Must possess knowledge of NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, and OSHA requirements in relation to arc flash and electrical distribution
• Self-directed and able to solve problems in the field with no supervision
• Must be proficient in the use of SKM PowerTools, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Must be proficient in training of customers to both general arc flash principles and site specific
• Ability to interface with customers including maintenance, safety, and plant engineering personnel; as well as with upper levels of management
• Must be proficient in the generation of technical reports including recommendations to clients

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision
• Generous 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to participate in incentive programs for all full-time employees
• Family planning benefits including paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption and surrogacy assistance
• Education reimbursement opportunities
• Scholarship program for children of Brady employees
• A variety of Employee Resource Groups to provide you with unique networking, development, and volunteer opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and related wellness programs (mental and behavioral health, family counseling, financial management)
• Dress-for-your-day dress code
• Charitable contributions matched through Brady's Matching Gift program