Senior Field Electrical Engineer

Shermco Industries; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Shermco Industries is hiring a Field Electrical Engineer to conduct NETA testing and guarantee the functionality of electrical equipment in data centers. The role demands troubleshooting electrical issues, developing test plans, and strong communication skills with clients.

Located in Cullman, Alabama, this position is hands-on and requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems. A competitive salary range between $100,000 and $150,000 is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems.
• FE or EIT certification desirable.
• Strong computer skills and SCADA knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct NETA testing and commission electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues.
• Drive to customer jobsites across the state.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Problem-solving

Communication skills

SCADA knowledge

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About Shermco

Since 1974, Shermco has become North America’s largest and fastest growing NETA-accredited electrical testing organization. Our focus is to make sure electrical power systems are functioning properly and safely. Add to that our Professional Engineering Group, Rotating Machinery Division, Renewable Energy Services, and Field Repair and local Repair Service Centers, places Shermco in a position to handle all things electrical. All done with an emphasis on safety and client service. That’s why we say… if it’s in the electrical power system, Shermco does it.

Job Overview

Shermco US is hiring a Field Electrical Engineer who will conduct NETA testing, commission electrical systems, and ensure the proper functioning of electrical equipment in data centers. The role involves troubleshooting and resolving electrical issues, providing recommendations for improvement, and delivering high‑quality work.

Responsibilities

• Drive to customer jobsites in a company provided vehicle across the state, including remote locations.
• Review, interpret, and understand wiring diagrams and relaying schematics to fully understand project scope.
• Fully understand customer needs and requirements.
• Determine an isolation plan to take protective schemes out of service prior to work beginning.
• Develop a test plan to implement relaying project using customer provided prints and documentation.
• Apply settings and perform functional test of microprocessor protective relays and associated circuitry using test equipment.
• Ensure that received and installed electrical equipment meets project specifications.
• Develop livening procedures for placing new equipment into service.
• Perform end‑to‑end relay testing to verify carrier and fiber systems.
• Perform primary current injection testing to prove secondary current connections as designed.
• May perform simple power system studies including short‑circuit, arc‑flash and protective device coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a top ABET‑accredited school, with a focus on Power Systems studies; internship in a related industry a plus.
• FE or EIT certification desirable.
• Comfortable safely working in the vicinity of high‑voltage transmission lines.
• Ability to work independently, accurately and make good decisions.
• Willingness to be hands‑on and work in the field at industrial and commercial sites.
• Must be smart, a quick learner, adaptive, able to use good judgment, and be dependable.
• Strong computer skills a must.
• SCADA knowledge a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, effective communicating directly to customers and co‑workers.
• Good background check and commitment to remain drug‑free.
• Physical ability to climb ladders, lift and carry up to 50 lbs, have full functionality of arms and hands, and stand and walk for long periods of time (with or without reasonable accommodation).

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug‑Free Workplace

Shermco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Shermco is a drug‑free workplace.

Pay Range

USD $100,000.00 – USD $150,000.00 /Yr.