Home Based Electrical Engineer Student Jobs in Indiana

Description

General Kinematics is the premier manufacturer of vibrating equipment for the processing of bulk materials. From vibratory feeders to entire process systems, General Kinematics creates the solutions customers require to process even the most difficult materials.

We are seeking a Field Electrical Engineer to support project design, installation, and commissioning of electrical systems across industrial and manufacturing facilities. 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, safety standards, and applicable codes and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage electrical installation, testing, and commissioning activities on site.
• Ensure all work complies with industry standards, local electrical codes, and safety protocols.
• Develop, review, and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and panel schedules.
• Oversee and coordinate activities of electrical contractors to ensure conformance with design specifications, safety regulations and schedule.
• Prepare cost and labor estimates, track project budgets, and forecast resource requirements.
• Perform field inspections, troubleshoot electrical issues, and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor electrical contractor activities, assign tasks, and ensure proper execution.
• Prepare, review, and submit technical documentation, such as drawings, specifications, and progress reports.
• Support power distribution design for low-voltage systems (480V and below) and assist with high-voltage systems (up to 13.8kV or higher) as needed.
• Collaborate with project managers, electrical/controls engineers, and construction teams to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Prepare documentation, including as-builts, load calculations, and equipment submittal reviews.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, OSHA, IEC and other relevant electrical and safety codes.
• Document and report on any safety concerns related to the installation and operation of our equipment.
• Provide training and guidance to junior engineers and technicians.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Proven experience managing and working directly with electrical contractors on active job sites.
• Strong understanding of power distribution systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor & Microsoft Office Products
• Working knowledge of NEC and applicable codes.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site at customer or construction locations.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office products.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail to identify and rectify control system issues.
• Experience using, programming, and troubleshooting common industrial sensors and controls, multimeter/amp/oscilloscope.
• Experience in ABB & Siemens & Rockwell VFD's.

Preferred Attributes

• PE license or EIT certification (or in progress).
• Experience with industrial or foundry environments.
• Working with or managing electrical contractors

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Works in Manufacturing & Office Environment.
• Requires the ability to lift 5 pounds regularly with occasional lifting to and upwards of 20 pounds.
• Travel dependent on workload and will be job specific.
• Estimated at 50-80% domestic & internationally in a given year. 

Pay: 100K - 150K paid annually. The range provided is a guideline and not a guarantee of compensation. Other factors that are involved in offer decisions include, and are not limited to a candidate's experience, qualifications, geography, and internal equity.

Benefits: The position also comes with an annual profit-sharing incentive bonus payment. Our benefit programs provide choice and flexibility to meet the needs of you and your family. This includes health and well-being, financial planning tools, career development, PTO, and more.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions of the job.

EOE M/F/D/V