Troubleshoot electrical systems across full-load, no-load, and failure conditions - seeing every issue through to resolution in coordination with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
Troubleshoot electrical systems across full-load, no-load, and failure conditions - seeing every issue through to resolution in coordination with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
You will work closely with project leadership, clients, contractors, and technical team members to ... Mentor Electrical Specialists and Electrical Support team members through field coaching ...
You will work closely with project leadership, clients, contractors, and technical team members to ... Mentor Electrical Specialists and Electrical Support team members through field coaching ...
Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and vendors in the field to resolve commissioning issues ... Proficiency with electrical testing tools and commissioning equipment. * Ability to read and ...
Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and vendors in the field to resolve commissioning issues ... Proficiency with electrical testing tools and commissioning equipment. * Ability to read and ...
You will work closely with project leadership, clients, contractors, and technical team members to ... Mentor Electrical Specialists and Electrical Support team members through field coaching ...
You will work closely with project leadership, clients, contractors, and technical team members to ... Mentor Electrical Specialists and Electrical Support team members through field coaching ...
Troubleshoot electrical systems across full-load, no-load, and failure conditions -- seeing every issue through to resolution in coordination with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
Troubleshoot electrical systems across full-load, no-load, and failure conditions -- seeing every issue through to resolution in coordination with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
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Wabash, IN · On-site
This role involves hands-on field work, coordination and management of electrical contractors, ensuring all electrical distribution systems are designed and installed to meet project requirements ...
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Electrical Engineer (Field-Based)
Wabash, IN · On-site
This role involves hands-on field work, coordination and management of electrical contractors, ensuring all electrical distribution systems are designed and installed to meet project requirements ...
This role involves hands-on field work, coordination and management of electrical contractors, ensuring all electrical distribution systems are designed and installed to meet project requirements ...
This role involves hands-on field work, coordination and management of electrical contractors, ensuring all electrical distribution systems are designed and installed to meet project requirements ...
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$100K - $150K/yr
This role involves hands-on field work, coordination and management of electrical contractors, ensuring all electrical distribution systems are designed and installed to meet project requirements ...
Electrical Engineer (Field-Based)
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$100K - $150K/yr
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Fishers, IN · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
As one of the nation's largest electrical contractors, FSG offers long-term career growth, industry-leading resources, and the opportunity to manage a wide variety of commercial, industrial, healt ...
Electrical Project Manager
Fishers, IN · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
As one of the nation's largest electrical contractors, FSG offers long-term career growth, industry-leading resources, and the opportunity to manage a wide variety of commercial, industrial, healt ...
Electrical Project Manager
Fishers, IN · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
As one of the nation's largest electrical contractors, FSG offers long-term career growth, industry-leading resources, and the opportunity to manage a wide variety of commercial, industrial, healt ...
Electrical Project Manager
Fishers, IN · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
As one of the nation's largest electrical contractors, FSG offers long-term career growth, industry-leading resources, and the opportunity to manage a wide variety of commercial, industrial, healt ...
Electrical Project Manager
$100K - $150K/yr
As one of the nation's largest electrical contractors, FSG offers long-term career growth, industry-leading resources, and the opportunity to manage a wide variety of commercial, industrial, healt ...
Electrical Project Manager
$100K - $150K/yr
As one of the nation's largest electrical contractors, FSG offers long-term career growth, industry-leading resources, and the opportunity to manage a wide variety of commercial, industrial, healt ...
Are you ready? As an Outside Sales Representative, you will be selling our products and services in a specialized market. The territory for this position will focus on western Kentucky. You will ...
Are you ready? As an Outside Sales Representative, you will be selling our products and services in a specialized market. The territory for this position will focus on western Kentucky. You will ...
Are you ready? As an Outside Sales Representative, you will be selling our products and services in a specialized market. The territory for this position will focus on western Kentucky. You will ...
Are you ready? As an Outside Sales Representative, you will be selling our products and services in a specialized market. The territory for this position will focus on western Kentucky. You will ...
Senior Electrical Project Manager
Fishers, IN · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
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Senior Electrical Project Manager
Fishers, IN · On-site
$100K - $150K/yr
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Prior experience as an MEP Coordinator or Superintendent with an Electrical Contractor. * Active Journeyman's Electrical License in the applicable region. Core Competencies & Skills * Electrical ...
Prior experience as an MEP Coordinator or Superintendent with an Electrical Contractor. * Active Journeyman's Electrical License in the applicable region. Core Competencies & Skills * Electrical ...
Prior experience as an MEP Coordinator or Superintendent with an Electrical Contractor. * Active Journeyman's Electrical License in the applicable region. Core Competencies & Skills * Electrical ...
Prior experience as an MEP Coordinator or Superintendent with an Electrical Contractor. * Active Journeyman's Electrical License in the applicable region. Core Competencies & Skills * Electrical ...
Prior experience as an MEP Coordinator or Superintendent with an Electrical Contractor. * Active Journeyman's Electrical License in the applicable region. Core Competencies & Skills * Electrical ...
Prior experience as an MEP Coordinator or Superintendent with an Electrical Contractor. * Active Journeyman's Electrical License in the applicable region. Core Competencies & Skills * Electrical ...
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Indianapolis, IN · On-site
Prior experience as an MEP Coordinator or Superintendent with an Electrical Contractor. * Active Journeyman's Electrical License in the applicable region. Core Competencies & Skills * Electrical ...
Electrical Designer
Indianapolis, IN · On-site
Prior experience as an MEP Coordinator or Superintendent with an Electrical Contractor. * Active Journeyman's Electrical License in the applicable region. Core Competencies & Skills * Electrical ...
Engineering Manager Electrical Design
$130K - $150K/yr
Prior leadership or supervisory experience within an electrical contractor environment preferred Technical Knowledge * Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) * Familiarity with ...
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Engineering Manager Electrical Design
$130K - $150K/yr
Prior leadership or supervisory experience within an electrical contractor environment preferred Technical Knowledge * Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) * Familiarity with ...
Office Manager
Danville, IN · On-site
$45K - $65K/yr
Full time Office Manager needed for electrical contractor. This person will be responsible for many areas of the operation including dispatch and scheduling, bookkeeping, customer service, purchasing ...
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Office Manager
Danville, IN · On-site
$45K - $65K/yr
Full time Office Manager needed for electrical contractor. This person will be responsible for many areas of the operation including dispatch and scheduling, bookkeeping, customer service, purchasing ...
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Job description
Description
About the Position:Â
At EEI, we believe in doing things the right way, with excellence, integrity, and genuine care for our people. As an employee-owned company, our People First culture is rooted in trust, accountability, and shared success.
As a Mission Critical Electrical Specialist, you will independently perform the commissioning, testing, and verification of electrical building systems in the field - including power distribution, lighting, wiring, and controls. You will work alongside experienced technical professionals and project stakeholders to ensure critical facility systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.
This position is ideal for someone with an engineering degree or strong field commissioning experience in mission critical or data center environments who is detail-oriented, accountable, and able to operate independently in the field.
Essential Responsibilities:Â
- Lead assigned commissioning testing and verification activities for electrical systems supporting mission-critical facilities and data centers.
- Troubleshoot electrical systems across full-load, no-load, and failure conditions - seeing every issue through to resolution in coordination with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Produce clear, thorough commissioning documentation in accordance with project requirements and client deliverables.
- Verify installations against design specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements to confirm systems are ready for safe and reliable operation.
- Serve as the technical point of contact on-site, communicating project status, technical findings, and recommendations to clients, contractors, and internal project teams.
- Contribute to safe, reliable, and high-quality project execution in a fast-paced mission-critical environment.
Qualifications:
Required
- Experience in electrical systems, facilities operations, commissioning, construction, engineering, maintenance, building operations, military electrical work, or a related technical environment.
- Working knowledge of power distribution systems, switchgear, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, controls, and related electrical equipment used in mission-critical or high-reliability facilities.
- Understanding of MEP systems, controls, and integrated building operations.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, submittals, technical documentation, and system information.
- Ability to independently execute assigned technical activities while collaborating effectively with project teams.
- Strong organizational, troubleshooting, communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and commissioning documentation tools or project software.
- Strong commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality.
- Currently authorized to work in the U.S. full-time without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Facilities Management, and/or a related field preferred.
- Experience with data centers, mission-critical facilities, healthcare facilities, building automation systems, controls integration, or high-reliability environments.
- Hands-on experience supporting functional performance testing, equipment startup, issue tracking, commissioning documentation, or project closeout activities.
- Relevant certification or active interest in professional development related to commissioning, building performance, or mission-critical operations.
Certifications
- PE, LEED, CxA, PMP, and/or other equivalent certifications strongly preferred.
Working Conditions:Â
- Typical Travel:Â Up to 75%. Travel requirements vary by project and individual location.
- Work Environment:Â Hybrid environment of office and field-based work for site visits. Site visits may include mission-critical facilities, data centers, active construction environments, mechanical rooms, uneven ground, varying weather conditions, and field interactions.
- Physical Requirements:Â Must be able to perform site inspections, which may include walking project sites, climbing ladders, occasionally lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs, and working in confined spaces when needed. Reasonable accommodation may be provided.
- Reports to:Â Electrical Lead or assigned project technical lead.
- Supervisory duties:Â This role is primarily an individual contributor and does not require direct supervisory responsibility unless assigned.Â
- Partners with:Â Works closely with EEI project teams, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, equipment manufacturers, project stakeholders, engineers, project managers, and senior technical team members across disciplines.
- Key Representative to:Â EEI clients, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
About EEI:Â
EEI is a recognized leader in facility and energy consulting. We deliver innovative, performance-focused solutions that maximize building performance, extend system lifecycles, and reduce utility costs. This dedication has earned us trusted partnerships with Fortune 500 organizations, national healthcare networks, prestigious universities, and leading government agencies.Â
Nationally recognized for building commissioning and building performance, EEI also provides facility assessments, master planning, energy audits, and technical program management, supported by specialty teams serving healthcare, data center, and mission-critical facilities.Â
Our reputation is built by the people who lead our work every day; that's why our values aren't just words, they are lived out daily in how we make decisions, build trusted relationships, and deliver quality. As an employee-owned company, we share success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), reflecting our commitment to building something meaningful together. And as EEI rapidly grows, we're looking for talented people who want meaningful work, a supportive team, and room to grow.Â
Learn more at https://eeibuildingperformance.com/.Â
Benefits:Â
Taking care of our people is our highest priority. We're committed to creating a workplace where our people are supported through meaningful connection, genuine care, and real opportunities to grow. That's why we provide the benefits, tools, and resources our team needs to thrive and do their best work.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP);Â 100% employer funded
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
Company-paid LTD, STD, and basic life insurance
Voluntary life, accident coverage, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
Profit-sharing + discretionary performance bonuses
401(k) retirement plan with company match;Â 100% immediate vesting
Vacation + sick time
Eight (8) paid + one(1) floating holidays
Parental Leave
Milestone Travel Award (Every 5 Years)
Remote first company
Paid certifications, seminars, and conferences
Professional development opportunities
 PEOPLE + BUILDING + PERFORMANCE
EEI is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and are committed to an inclusive culture. EEI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.
EEI participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your completed Form I-9 to confirm your work authorization in the United States.
Attention Search Firms / Third-Party Recruiters:Â EEI is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes for this role. Resumes submitted without a valid written search agreement are the sole property of EEI; no fee will be paid if a candidate is hired.
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Industry
Business management consulting
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
Lakewood, CO, US
Year founded
1984