Field Engineer - IPC Division

M.J. Electric, LLC

Grand Haven (MI)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

LifeLock Identity Theft Protection

Employee Discounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Job summary

M. J. Electric, LLC is seeking a Field Engineer to act as the primary technical resource for major industrial electrical construction projects in Michigan.

You will manage field documentation, help develop safety and project plans, and ensure on-site work meets contract requirements and quality standards. Ideal candidates have a BS/BA in Engineering or related field, 1–3 years of construction experience, and CAD/3-D modeling skills with ability to interact with customers and project teams to

Qualifications

BS/BA in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or Design.
1-3 years of related construction experience.
Strong CAD and 3-D modeling skills.

Responsibilities

Review, understand, and manage contract requirements and field documentation.
Develop job-specific safety, scheduling, and cost-control plans.
Maintain daily reports and QA documents; coordinate submittals.
Design raceway and cable tray layouts using CAD and sketches.
Plan cable pulling and coordinate with field management and customers.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Creative problem-solver

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Supervisory skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

BS/BA in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or Design

Tools

CAD

3-D modeling software

Hand sketches

Job description

About Us

For over 60 years, M. J. Electric, LLC, a Quanta Services company, has built-long standing working relationships and an industry-wide reputation as the single source solution to our customers' electrical utility construction and maintenance needs.

MJE values integrity, is inspired by our work, and is invested in delivering quality projects for our customers. Our culture is a product of our core values and operating principles which unite our personnel. Their professional competence and intelligent innovation result in outstanding customer satisfaction. We stand by everything we do.

We are committed to investing in our employees and their growth through training, tools, equipment, industry-leading safety measures, advancement opportunities and more. At M. J. Electric, you aren't just applying for job, you are building a career.

About this Role - Field Engineer

We are looking for a talented Field Engineer who has a passion for quality construction. This position serves as a primary technical resource and construction engineer for the successful completion of major industrial electrical construction projects.

What You'll Do

Work with other project team members, review, understand, and administer contract requirements with primary emphasis on the management of construction documents, field orders, change orders, and close-out documents.
Assist with the development and implementation of job-specific plans and procedures covering safety, scheduling, document control, cost codes, material, and tooling.
Ensure that the project's daily reports and paperwork such as Daily Job Journals, RFI's, Restraints, Timesheets, Extra Work Reports, Purchase Orders, Packing Slips, Tool Reports, etc. are properly maintained and routed
Perform material take-offs and work with Purchasing Department personnel to coordinate submittals and release of procured equipment and materials to site
Design and layout raceway and cable tray systems and supports using hand-sketches, CAD, and 3-D modeling software
Plan and sequence cable pulling activities and calculate pulling tensions
Manage MJE's Envelope System, a custom database system used for work-tracking and work package development. Tasks include generating work packages and cable labels, reviewing and entering termination information, sizing conduits, recording QC information, and generating progress reports
Resolve field installation issues with the project's design engineers and coordinate with other contractors by reviewing and researching drawings and documents
Serve as a technical resource in the areas of electrical codes, other national standards, and project documents and specifications
Track installation progress and report weekly quantities
Inspect field work to ensure installation meets project specifications and MJE's Project Quality Plan
Work with customers and field management to develop and maintain project schedule
Interact with customers with the goal of maintaining a positive long-term business relationship
Be willing to take on very challenging projects and dedicate the time and efforts to ensure a safe, profitable project that ends up with a satisfied customer
Additional responsibilities as determined by supervision and are appropriate for the position

What You'll Bring

Superior computer operating skills with an eager heart to learn and implement new and innovative technologies and work methods in the construction industry. A strong proficiency with spreadsheets and database software is a great plus.
Creative problem-solver, able to envision new approaches in processes, procurement, and technology to reduce labor effort and improve project quality
Clarity and confidence in oral and written communications with project staff and senior management
Ability to anticipate and meet internal and external customer needs and willingness to work with people in a variety of positions from apprentice craft worker to senior executive
Proven organizational skills and the ability to work independently to meet project deadlines
Thoughtful communications to maintain confidentiality
Demonstrated supervisory skills
BS/BA in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or Design. Comparable construction work experience will also be considered for qualified candidates.
1-3 years of related construction experience.

What You'll Get