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.

Backed by Gryphon Investors, a leading private equity firm focused on profitably growing and competitively enhancing middle-market companies in partnership with experienced management, Shermco is poised for the next decade and beyond.

Shermco US is seeking a Project Based Industrial Field Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY:

Support both administrative and construction activities as assigned by supervisor. This position performs the routine aspects of field or cost engineering assignments requiring knowledge of basic engineering.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Use effective verbal and written communication skills. Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately.
• Read and understand plans and specifications. Visualize two-dimensional drawings in three dimensions.
• Develop complete understanding of contract plans and specifications.
• Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost saving measures that arise or that may be encountered. Take corrective actions as needed.
• Inspect work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies, explain, and take any necessary corrective action.
• Listen to directions and suggestions from supervisors or other employees regarding safe and proper work practices. Evaluate that information to devise and implement a plan based on that evaluation for carrying out the duties of this position.
• Observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation or replacement.
• Occasionally lift and carry heavy items.
• Move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• Work up to a 12-hour shift, possibly in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds within OSHA regulations.
• Identify workplace safety hazards and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize them.
• Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (i.e. back-up alarms, smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens.)
• Understand and implement lockout/tagout procedures in a safe manner.
• Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications and industry standards.
• Be motivated and work productively.
• Perform surveys and layouts for excavations and concrete structures based on contract drawings.
• Read and understand drawings; confer with supervisor to determine layout requirements.
• Perform quantity take-offs from drawings for purchasing of materials or for planning and scheduling work.
• Perform quantity surveys of excavated or installed materials.
• Perform quality control tests and inspections to include preparation of quality control documentation.
• Prepare as-built drawings to include field measurements and drafting.
• Write requisitions and purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to expedite deliveries, as assigned by a supervisor.
• Receive and log drawings and other contract documents, maintain document control log; ensure that current drawings are issued to the field, and voided drawings are retrieved and filed.
• In addition, perform any other job-specific duties as requested by supervisor.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Must have proven abilities and skills in the following: communication (verbal and written), planning and organization. Must set standards of excellence in leadership, safety, quality and productivity for his/her co-workers. The title of engineer requires a baccalaureate degree in a construction-related field of engineering or equivalent experience and education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• The Field Engineer I must be a self-starter, be organized and have good interpersonal skills.
• Advanced computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft word, excel, power point and outlook.
• Proficient in the use of computers and software packages needed to support the documentation, analysis and retention of quality records.
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and effectively manage task independently.
• Read, analyze and interpret blueprints and technical procedures.
• Write daily reports and document project activities
• Effectively collect and record field data to assure activities are conforming to corporate Quality Control procedures. Ensures the effective implementation of the quality control program for assigned project task.
• Calculate figures and amounts and able to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Requires the ability to communicate clearly and interface effectively with a diverse group of field level employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Willing to work flexible hours and shifts, including overtime and night shift.
• Jobsites work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
• This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
• Be comfortable with physical work that requires climbing stairs and ladders frequently.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, drive regularly, with or without reasonable accommodations
• Should be able to pass a fit for duty physical exam when required

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.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

No Agencies Please. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Shermco from a third party, such as an Agency, including unsolicited resumes sent to Shermco mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Shermco System Integration employees, or to Shermco System Integration resume database will be considered Shermco property. Shermco will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.