Essential Requirements for the Position:
Act as resident engineer on projects of any magnitude.
Interpret complex plans and specifications and apply available information to ensure that all project design requirements are satisfied.
Takes a lead role in resolving construction problems, procedures, and methods through working with the customer and client personnel, inspectors, contractors, and suppliers.
Plan, perform and document the commissioning of various control and power circuits to ensure the intended operation and safety of equipment and personnel are met.
Maintain familiarity with appropriate engineering and construction codes to ensure compliance with applicable codes.
Prepare and/or monitor complex construction and commissioning schedules to ensure timely completion of the work.
Prepare and/or implement outage and energization plans, and detailed commissioning plans.
Institute, direct and document changes to the work when required by differing site conditions.
Conduct on-site design or investigation work to ensure adequacy of contractor's methods. Evaluate contractor's procedures, starting and completion times, and staffing requirements for each phase of construction.
May assist in the professional development, training, and evaluation of department personnel.
Maintain familiarity with work rules applicable to various collective bargaining crafts employed on project.
Valid driver's license issued by state of residence and in good standing is required.
Ideal candidate will have a "Brownfield Lead" designation from AEP
The Role:
The Field Electrical Engineer is responsible for all activities related to NETA testing. The duties may include performing reliability testing, preventative maintenance, system inspection/evaluation, troubleshooting, repairs and engineering services on power distribution systems & equipment. Including low, medium and high voltage systems) in such a manner as to ensure optimal system reliability.
About Fircroft:
Fircroft has been placing people in specialist technical industries for approaching half a century, focusing on mid to senior level engineers for contract and permanent roles worldwide. By applying for this job you give consent for Fircroft to contact you, via email & telephone, to discuss your application along with future positions and Fircroft's services.
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