Field Service Engineer – Arc Flash (Remote-US Based)

The Nowak Group; United States; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

401k with company match

Vacation and holiday pay

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an individual to perform on-site electrical distribution evaluations and arc flash risk assessments. The ideal candidate will manage projects, communicate with clients, and contribute to safety training. A flexible travel schedule and remote work are offered with a salary range of $75k-$95k based on experience.

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel biweekly with weekends at home.
• Experience in electrical field work or familiarity with SKM software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical power system studies across various industries.
• Assist sales team and communicate with clients about arc flash services.
• Manage projects from kickoff to closeout.
• Conduct on-site assessments and document findings.
• Identify electrical code violations and create arc flash reports.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on arc flash safety.

Skills

Electrical field work

Communication skills

Project management

Arc flash analysis

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

SKM software

Job description

Overall, this individual will be performing on-site electrical distribution system evaluations and arc flash risk assessment calculations. Typical activities include supporting the sales team, working with clients to determine appropriate arc flash solutions, gathering electrical system data, and performing electrical engineering calculations. The role also involves coordinating and facilitating arc flash training and certifications. Senior-level responsibilities include serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), supporting the team as a reference point, and leading process improvement efforts for arc flash services. This position is home office based and requires residence within 50 miles of a major metropolitan airport. Lead roles may supervise other field engineers.

Responsibilities include:

1. Perform electrical power system and engineering studies across various industries.
2. Assist sales team and communicate with clients about arc flash services.
3. Manage projects from kickoff to closeout with customers.
4. Evaluate documents and electrical data for project proposals.
5. Conduct on-site electrical system assessments documenting configurations, ratings, and protective device info.
6. Perform power system studies such as arc flash, short circuit, and fault current analyses.
7. Provide general and site-specific arc flash training for customers.
8. Conduct arc flash audits, gap analyses, create reports, and communicate findings.
9. Identify electrical code violations.
10. Create arc flash reports including labels, diagrams, and safety recommendations.
11. Serve as SME and trainer on arc flash safety, assessments, audits, and calculations.

Requirements:

• Willing to travel biweekly, with weekends at home.
• An engineering degree is a plus but not required; training provided for field work and software.
• Experience with electrical field work or SKM software is a plus.

Benefits:

• Salary range $75k-$95k (DOE).
• Remote work with flexible travel schedule.
• Insurance, 401k with company match, vacation, and holiday pay.