Field Service Engineer - Arc Flash

Brady Corporation; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Education reimbursement opportunities

Parental leave and fertility coverage

Scholarship program for children

Employee Resource Groups

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Brady Corporation in the United States seeks an experienced electrical engineer to perform on-site arc flash risk assessments, power system studies, and infrared thermography across diverse industries. You will gather data, evaluate diagrams, and prepare engineering study proposals for project kickoff and close-out.

With 5+ years in electrical engineering and proficiency in SKM PowerTools, AutoCAD, and MS Office, you will train customers, generate reports, and coordinate travel (50–70%

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 10 years of practical electrical engineering or field experience.
• Minimum 5 years of electrical engineering or related field experience.
• Understand installed electrical distribution systems and engineering docs.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70, 70E and OSHA requirements for arc flash and distribution.
• Self-directed and able to solve problems in the field with no supervision.
• Proficient in SKM PowerTools, AutoCAD and MS Office.
• Able to train customers on arc flash principles and site-specific details.
• Able to interface with maintenance, safety, plant engineering and management.
• Experience generating technical reports with recommendations for clients.
• Willing to travel 50–70% US-based, overnight.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical power system studies and infrared thermography for clients.
• Assist sales team and communicate with clients about arc flash services.
• Project manage assigned projects from kickoff to close-out.
• Evaluate documents and gather data to create engineering study proposals.
• Conduct on-site assessments documenting configuration, ratings, lengths, and device info.
• Perform arc flash, short-circuit, and fault current studies.
• Deliver arc flash training for customers and staff.
• Create arc flash reports with labels, diagrams, and recommendations.
• Produce client-ready reports and communicate findings.

Skills

Arc flash engineering

NFPA 70/70E

SKM PowerTools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Technical reporting

Client training

Project management

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 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 makes products that make the world a safer and more productive place. We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces. From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room - we're just about everywhere you look. Companies around the world trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications - powered by our world-class manufacturing capabilities.

We have a diverse customer base in industries including electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, healthcare, aerospace and more. As of July 31, 2025, Brady employed approximately 6,400 people in our worldwide businesses. Our fiscal 2025 sales were approximately $1.51 billion. Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC. You can learn more about us at www.bradycorp.com.

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