Field Electrical Engineer

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Field Electrical Engineer

US-MN-Minneapolis

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. With a Professional Engineering Group, Rotating Machinery Division, Renewable Energy Services, and Field Repair & local Repair Service Centers, Shermco handles all things electrical, always emphasizing safety and client service.

Shermco US is hiring a Field Electrical Engineer.

We are seeking a Field Electrical Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in NETA testing, commissioning, and working in data center environments. As a Field Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for conducting NETA testing, commissioning electrical systems, and ensuring the proper functioning of electrical equipment in data centers. You will work closely with clients to troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues, as well as provide recommendations for improvements.

The successful candidate will have strong technical skills, excellent problem‑solving abilities, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality work.

• Drive to customer jobsites in a company‑provided vehicle across the state, some of which are in 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.

• 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.
• Comfortable with and able to work independently, accurately, and make great decisions.
• Willingness to be hands‑on and work in the field at industrial and commercial sites (this is NOT an office job).
• Smart, a quick learner, adaptive, able to use good judgment, and dependable.
• Strong computer skills a must.
• SCADA knowledge a plus.
• Clear verbal and written communication in English, comfortable and effective communicating directly to customers and co‑workers.
• Good background check and to remain Drug‑Free.
• Physically able to climb ladders, lift and carry up to 50 lbs, have full functionality of arms and hands, stand and walk for long periods of time (with or without reasonable accommodation).

USD $35.00 - USD $65.00 /Yr.

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.

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