Electrical Field Engineer – Offshore Wind SOV Program

TMMG; Sturgeon Bay (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

TMMG is seeking a Senior Electrical Field Engineer to support final construction, electrical integration, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and delivery of the offshore wind Service Operations Vessel currently under construction at Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding. The role emphasizes field execution and commissioning on a working vessel and within a shipyard environment.

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in marine electrical systems, commissioning processes, and waterfront

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5–10 years marine electrical or shipyard experience
• Strong troubleshooting and coordination skills
• Familiarity with ABS, USCG, DP systems
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics

Responsibilities

• Electrical Commissioning Oversight: support turnover readiness and energization sequencing.
• Engineering & Production Coordination: liaison between engineering and electrical production teams.
• Technical Reporting & Problem Resolution: provide status updates and track deficiencies.
• Regulatory & Compliance Support: support ABS and USCG inspections and turnover documentation.
• Onboard and field: perform inspections, testing, and issue resolution on the vessel.

Skills

Marine electrical systems

Shipyard experience

Electrical drawings

DP systems

ABS/USCG familiarity

Commissioning & testing

Coordination skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Description

Background check, US Citizenship, and drug screening are requirements for this position. Travel is 90%. Contingent on client approval.

The Senior Electrical Field Engineer supports final construction, electrical integration, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and delivery of the offshore wind Service Operations Vessel (SOV) under construction at Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding.

This role is focused on field execution and commissioning support — not detailed electrical design. The engineer will work directly onboard the vessel and within the shipyard environment to support electrical system completion, testing readiness, technical issue resolution, and coordination between engineering and production teams.

The ideal candidate understands marine electrical systems, commissioning processes, and waterfront shipyard operations involving complex vessels and integrated automation systems.

Requirements

Primary Areas of Support

• Electrical Commissioning Oversight
  • Support electrical system turnover and commissioning readiness.
  • Coordinate electrical testing activities and energization sequencing.
  • Assist with integrated system verification and operational testing.
  • Support troubleshooting of electrical and control system issues.
• Engineering & Production Coordination
  • Act as liaison between engineering and electrical production teams.
  • Support field resolution of electrical installation issues.
  • Verify installation compliance with drawings and specifications.
  • Coordinate responses to technical questions from production teams.
• Technical Reporting & Problem Resolution
  • Provide status updates to management regarding electrical completion.
  • Track electrical deficiencies and support closure activities.
  • Assist with commissioning reports and turnover documentation.
  • Coordinate with OEMs and vendors during startup and testing.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Electrical Systems Support

• Support commissioning and testing of: Power generation systems, Switchboards, Motor control systems, Lighting systems, Alarm and monitoring systems, Integrated automation systems, DP-related electrical systems, Navigation and communication systems, Emergency power systems.
• Conduct onboard inspections and verification activities.

Testing & Commissioning

• Assist with: Cable meggering, Loop checks, Functional testing, Harbor acceptance testing, Integrated systems testing, Dock and sea trial support.
• Coordinate testing schedules with production and commissioning teams.
• Support troubleshooting of control system integration issues.

Production & Field Coordination

• Work directly with: Electricians, Test teams, Production management, OEM representatives, Engineering personnel.
• Help resolve installation conflicts and production issues.
• Verify completion status for turnover boundaries.

Regulatory & Compliance Support

• Support ABS and USCG inspection activities.
• Verify compliance with marine electrical standards and vessel specifications.
• Assist with turnover package development and completion documentation.

Physical Job Requirements

• Combination office and active shipyard environment.
• Daily onboard vessel access required.
• Ability to work in unfinished shipboard spaces and industrial waterfront environments.
• Extended work hours may be required during testing and commissioning milestones.

Education/Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 5–10 years of marine electrical or shipyard experience.
• Strong understanding of Marine electrical systems, Shipboard power distribution, Integrated automation systems, Commissioning and testing processes.
• Familiarity with ABS, USCG, DP systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret Electrical drawings, One-line diagrams, Cable schedules, Control schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and coordination skills.

Preferred Experience

• Offshore wind vessel support.
• DP vessel electrical integration.
• Vessel commissioning and sea trials.
• Experience supporting offshore service vessels or complex commercial vessels.