Field Service Engineer - Arc Flash

Brady Corporation; Texas; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Brady Corporation is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to perform on-site electrical distribution evaluations and arc flash risk assessments. You will gather electrical data, run studies, and coordinate services including infrared thermography and training across diverse industries.

Responsibilities include project management from kickoff through closeout, reporting, and communicating findings to clients. Travel will be extensive, with emphasis on field work and customer training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college or 10 years of practical electrical engineering/field experience in electrical building construction acceptable as alternative

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical power system studies and infrared thermography for clients across industries
• Assist sales team and communicate with clients regarding arc flash services
• Project manage assigned projects from kickoff to closeout
• Evaluate documents and gather electrical data to create engineering study proposals
• Conduct on-site electrical system assessments to document configurations, equipment ratings, conductor lengths, ampacities, and OCPD information
• Perform arc flash studies, short circuit coordination, and fault current studies
• Provide site-specific arc flash training for customers
• Create arc flash reports with labels, diagrams, and energy-reduction recommendations
• Serve as SME and trainer on arc flash safety, assessments, audits, and calculations
• Travel 50–70% US-based for on-site field work

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project management

Client communication

Analytical problem solving

Self-directed work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SKM PowerTools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

What We Need

Overall 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 performing arc flash services, infrared thermography, and electrical training. This position is home office based and is required to reside within (50) miles of a major metropolitan national airport.

What We Need

Overall 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 performing arc flash services, infrared thermography, and electrical training. This position is home office based and is required to reside within (50) miles of a major metropolitan national airport.

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform electrical power system, engineering studies and infrared thermography 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

What You Will Need To Be Successful

• 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


• 50 – 70% US based, overnight travel and on-site field work is required

About Us

Who we are:

Brady Corporation is a global industrial technology leader dedicated to making workplaces safer, more productive, and more connected. Backed by a 110+ year legacy of reliability and innovation, we have entered an exciting era of transformation and growth, powered by more than 10,000 team members serving customers across 40+ countries. Following our acquisition of Honeywell's Productivity Solutions and Services business in August 2026, Brady brings together trusted leadership in safety, materials science, and identification with advanced mobile computing, scanning, and automation.

We Help Organizations Make Work Safer, More Productive, And More Connected By Transforming Everyday Critical Information Into Actionable Intelligence. Our End-to-end Platform Unites Two Powerful Pillars

• Identification Solutions: High-performance labels, safety signs, engineered materials, and rugged industrial printing systems.


• Intelligent Productivity Solutions: Industry-leading mobile computers, barcode/RFID scanners, specialized software, voice automation, and workflow services.

From aerospace, healthcare, and laboratories to manufacturing plants, retail, data centers, and global transportation and logistics hubs, we empower customers to identify, protect, track, and optimize the people, assets, and processes that keep the world running.

Why Work At Brady

A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.

Brady offers competitive pay and great benefits, supported by a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace where diverse talent can learn, grow, and succeed. And with deeply rooted values, no matter where you work at Brady, you'll feel connected to the community through our charitable contributions and opportunities to give back.

Our headquarters are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but we have more than 70 locations globally, giving our employees the opportunity to work with colleagues around the world.

Our 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