Hybrid Traveling Commissioning Field Engineer – Electrical

at Bala Consulting Engineers

• Job title: Traveling Commissioning Field Engineer – Electrical
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Cedar Rapids, United States

About the role

• Traveling Commissioning Field Engineer executing hands-on testing of electrical systems across the U.S. Involves onsite mentoring, project management, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning and/or QA/QC hands on testing of electrical equipment
• Manage Commissioning and Testing Projects (client, internal team and project financials)
• Lead projects and write proposals, test scripts and reports
• Mentor and train other Commissioning team members
• Coordinate invoicing with Accounting Department
• Attend conferences and networking events periodically
• National travel needed as necessary to complete Commissioning & Testing activities at client sites with reimbursement of expenses for travel/ lodging/car rental/meals

Requirements

• Mid-level commissioning engineer (7+ years of experience)
• BS in Electrical Engineering (or similar qualification-required)
• Military background in electrical system’s operation and repair a plus
• Must be willing to travel across the U.S. for extended periods of time required to support project construction schedules and work various hours (days, night and weekends)
• Thermography Scanning Certification a plus
• Must have proficient technical writing skills (proposals, test scripts and reports)
• EIT/PE/CPMP a plus
• SKM Power System Software experience a plus (i.e. Short Circuit Studies)
• Hardworking and well-motivated engineer with the desire to learn and solve problems
• Ability to work in office and client sites (new construction and existing facilities)
• Hold driver’s license
• Background check & drug screening may be required by client for onsite projects

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays
• 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
• Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
• Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
• Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
• Employee Referral Program
• Full-time onsite roles qualify for one day remote work