Field Engineering Lead - Austin, United States - Rosendin Electric

Description

Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

Why Rosendin?

Committed. Innovative. Engaged.

If you're looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100+ years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY:

This role is owner-facing, project management-facing and field-facing. This role carries responsibility for management-level issue expediting, field technical support, startup technical support and commissioning technical oversight. This individual is intended to be the Project Manager's technical representative as well as a technical resource for the QC Managers and Site Superintendents.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Act to streamline communication between the Owner, Rosendin field Quality Assurance & Commissioning (QA/Cx) Site Manager(s), Rosendin General Foemen, Rosendin Project Management and all other parties including but not limited to Rosendin Senior Management, commissioning agents, third party testing agents, technical consultants/sub-consultants and vendors.The purpose of the associated communications is to be able to address engineer-level technical issues as they arise and to help all parties to understand the issues as well as to shepherd the best plan to resolve them.Engineer-level technical issues would include but not be limited to system LV or MV protection, controls, automation and/or power quality.
• Authorized to act on behalf of Project Management in communicating and providing direction to Rosendin vendors in order to address any technical issues related to protection, control, automation and/or power quality.
• Authorized to act on behalf of Project Management in communicating and providing direction (typically re-prioritization) to Rosendin Site Superintendent in order to address any technical issues that are not in compliance with the project requirementsThis includes issues associated with the installation of automated switchgear, control systems, EPMS/BMS systems, large LV or MV generators, digital relaying, UPS systems, battery systems and battery monitoring systems.
• Assist with coordination of, and technical oversight of, testing and start-up activities related to preparation of the integrated systems and/or intelligent systems and/or automated systems associated with the project.
• Assist in creating site specific equipment startup documentation; MOP's, SBS's, etc.
• Support Project and Field Management with task scheduling to meet project milestones.
• Ensure that only approved equipment is ordered and installed based on the project technical documents including but not limited to drawings, specifications, BOD, contract technical requirements and applicable codes/standards.
• Monitor and/or assist on site walks with the AHJ/GC/Owner, as appropriate, in order to address specific items of a technical or Code related.
• Attend factory testing of technically complex and/or high-dollar equipment.May involve preparing checklists or procedures for factory tests.Will also involve documentation of factory testing completed including photos and a detailed report following the testing.
• Communicate and provide program feedback and project lessons learned to the Owner, PM, Rosendin Senior Management, Rosendin Site Superintendent, QA/Cx Regional Manager and trusted key vendors regarding more advanced technical issues encountered during the design and/or build phases of the work.Such issues would include but not be limited to system protection, control, monitoring, automation and/or power quality issues, or which are related to switchboards/switchgear, engine-generators, control/automation systems, UPS/battery systems, battery monitoring systems, EPMS/BMS systems etc.
• Be involved in weekly project meetings to report and/or respond to technical issues with regard to system protection, control, monitoring, automation and/or power quality issues, or which are related to switchboards/switchgear, engine-generators, control/automation systems, UPS/battery systems, battery monitoring systems, EPMS/BMS systems etc.
• Be involved with design review as it pertains to technical issues of system protection, control, monitoring, automation and/or power quality issues, or which are related to switchboards/switchgear, engine-generators, control/automation systems, UPS/battery systems, battery monitoring systems, EPMS/BMS systems etc.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Understanding of electrical power systems including generators, transformers, motors, automated switch gear, protective relays, UPS systems, DRUPS systems, motor-generator sets, battery storage systems, inverters, PV systems, wind turbines, substation equipment etc
• Experience with digital relays including uploading and downloading relay setup files and event records, as well as how they are wired and implemented into switch gear and/or substations.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical construction including techniques/means and methods, quality control, testing, startups, lock out tag out, electrical safety, and working with union crews
• Strong familiarity with the NEC and technical Codes
• Familiarity with and understanding of construction scheduling
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Oracle preferred
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others

WHAT YOU BRING TO US:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and minimum of 5 years of field engineering experience in electrical power systems
• Minimum of 10 years of field engineering experience

TRAVEL:

• Up to 100%

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• General work environment - sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning
• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.
• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.

Rosendin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

YOU Matter - Our Benefits

• ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership
• 401K
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate's pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education.

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our your career.

Rosendin Electric is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.