High-Voltage GIS Field Service Engineer — Travel

Shermco Industries; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Shermco Industries in Irving, TX is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support gas insulated switchgear (GIS) at customer substations and power facilities. This field-based role involves installing, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting and maintaining high voltage GIS equipment while coordinating with customers and subcontractors.

Travel to multiple sites is required up to 80% of the time; candidate must read technical drawings, lead crews, and ensure safety and compliance on every project.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of technical field service experience with GIS preferred.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience leading crews on electrical projects.
• Ability to travel up to 80%, potentially including assignments in Canada and Mexico.
• Read and interpret contracts, specifications, and technical drawings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and test equipment software.
• A valid U.S. driver's license and fluency in English.
• Authorization to work for Shermco in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support during GIS installation, commissioning, testing, acceptance, and handover.
• Supervise on site installation and commissioning activities.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical issues and coordinate troubleshooting with field crews and subcontractors.
• Oversee contracted maintenance work and verify that it meets project requirements.
• Review and maintain test results, operating procedures, performance reports, drawings, and equipment documentation.
• Coordinate daily site activities with customers, Shermco teams, and subcontractors.
• Promote safe work practices and follow applicable regulations, procedures, and site requirements.
• Ensure proper use and care of tools, test equipment, vehicles, materials, and supplies.

Skills

Field service

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Crew leadership

Drawings interpretation

Office software

English fluency

Driver's license

Work authorization

Education

Electrical/Mechanical engineering degree

Job description

Shermco Industries in Irving, TX is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support gas insulated switchgear (GIS) at customer substations and power facilities. This field-based role involves installing, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting and maintaining high voltage GIS equipment while coordinating with customers and subcontractors.

Travel to multiple sites is required up to 80% of the time; candidate must read technical drawings, lead crews, and ensure safety and compliance on every project.