Field Commissioning Engineer
LVI Associates7 months ago
Washington, DC, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a Field Engineer with a strong background in power systems and electrical fundamentals to support installation, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment in the field. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, solving real technical challenges, and collaborating with customers and engineering teams.
This role is ideal for candidates who understand electrical wiring and diagrams and are comfortable working around power distribution equipment. PLC experience is welcome-though PLC troubleshooting is a plus, not a requirement.
What You'll Do
- Perform on-site installation, testing, maintenance, and commissioning of power system and electrical distribution equipment.
- Interpret and work from electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, and control drawings.
- Diagnose and resolve electrical issues using meters, schematics, and field techniques.
- Interface directly with customers, providing clear communication and professional technical support.
- Document service work, testing results, and field reports.
- Assist engineering teams with power system upgrades, retrofits, and system integration projects.
- Support PLC‑based equipment as needed (troubleshooting a plus but not mandatory).
What You Bring
- Experience in power systems and/or electrical distribution environments.
- Strong understanding of electrical wiring, schematics, and diagrams.
- Familiarity with PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Siemens or similar).
- Strong attention to detail, safety mindset, and problem‑solving ability.
- Customer-facing communication skills and comfort working independently in the field.
- Must reside in (or be willing to relocate to) the Washington, DC metro area.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Experience with low/medium-voltage equipment
- Power quality or UPS system experience
- Basic automation/control systems exposure
- Industry electrical certifications
Why This Role Stands Out
- Work with cutting-edge technologies across modern power and electrical systems.
- Company invests heavily in training and development-continuous upskilling is part of the culture.
- Enjoy a chilled 9-5, Monday-Friday schedule, offering true work‑life balance when not in the field.
- Competitive salary aligned with the DC market.
- Above‑market benefits, including 100% company‑paid health and medical coverage.
Required Skills
PLC familiarity
Power systems
Attention to detail
Safety mindset
Electrical schematics
Customer-facing communication
Electrical fundamentals
Electrical wiring diagrams
Troubleshooting