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$44K - $59K/yr

With advanced facilities and strict quality control, we engineer reliable, mission-critical ... The role of the 2nd shift (4pm start) Supervisor combines high-level technical expertise with ...

Quality Engineer - 2nd Shift

Wichita, KS

$64K - $83K/yr

How You Will Do It * Lead Quality Support for 2nd Shift Operations - Act as the primary Quality Engineer during the 2nd shift, ensuring timely decisions to maintain production continuity while ...

Quality Engineer - 2nd Shift

Wichita, KS · On-site

$64K - $83K/yr

How You Will Do It * Lead Quality Support for 2nd Shift Operations - Act as the primary Quality Engineer during the 2nd shift, ensuring timely decisions to maintain production continuity while ...

$90 - $120/hr

This is a second shift position that includes paid overtime, shift differential, and annual bonus ... Data Center Engineering and supervision experience desirable AAS in a technical discipline ...

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How much do second shift engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for second shift engineer in the United States is $36.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.00 and $44.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a second shift engineer?

A Second Shift Engineer is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting systems, equipment, and infrastructure during the second shift, typically in the afternoon to late evening. They ensure smooth operations, perform preventive maintenance, and address technical issues that arise. This role is common in manufacturing, facilities management, and technology sectors where round-the-clock operations are necessary.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a second shift engineer?

To thrive as a Second Shift Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance, typically supported by a relevant degree or technical certification. Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), industrial automation tools, and safety regulations is often required. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently during off-hours are valuable soft skills. These qualities are vital for ensuring smooth plant operations, minimizing downtime, and maintaining high performance during non-standard business hours.

What are the typical challenges faced by a second shift engineer, and how can I prepare for them?

Second Shift Engineers often encounter challenges such as responding to unexpected equipment breakdowns with limited onsite resources, adapting quickly to new problems, and sometimes working with a smaller team compared to day shifts. It's common to have more autonomy, which requires strong decision-making skills and the ability to prioritize tasks under pressure. To prepare for these challenges, it's helpful to develop expertise with troubleshooting tools, familiarize yourself with facility layouts and key equipment, and build effective communication with both on-site colleagues and day-shift teams for smooth handovers. This role also offers a valuable opportunity to demonstrate leadership and technical skills, which can be beneficial for future advancement into supervisory or specialist positions.

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Infographic showing various Second Shift Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,488 per year, or $36.8 per hour.

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Posted 12 days ago


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Job description

Job Description:

Note: Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

The Role

The Electrical Shift Engineer provides support for the multiple critical business environments that the engineering department is responsible for. This position requires the ability to work within a highly trained 7 X 24 engineering team. Must support a team environment and work towards common goals and objectives for the department. This position will be filled by a seasoned Shift Engineer that has demonstrated complete knowledge of the site and the equipment contained within. Effective verbal, writing, and interpersonal skills are a must.

Note: Role is hands-on performing mechanical maintenance tasks and repairs. It is not an IT related position.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Demonstrating the ability to coordinate and supervise all inspections, testing, calibration and repairs to electrical and mechanical systems employing in-house staff, vendors, engineers, and appropriate test equipment.
  • Demonstrating the ability to direct, and administer the use of third party vendors to augment in-house resources, providing on-site supervision to assure cost, time and critical exposure commitments are met.
  • Maintaining strict management of the infrastructure operations and control systems to eliminate risk by unauthorized employees, vendors, visitors.
  • Overseeing or performing all preventive and remedial maintenance work on building or electrical systems to assure critical power, cooling, heating, and humidification requirements are met with no adverse business impact.
  • Preparing daily log entries: accuracy, content, executable detail and associated closure of reported issues in a timely manner.
  • Performing site inspection and perform rounds for completeness and accuracy.
  • Utilizing tools, processes, procedures, and notifies/advises Lead engineers, Engineering Manager and Director as appropriate to ensure the consistent flow of information and activities.
  • Demonstrating ability to switch to standby generators and bypass UPS systems when an electrical alarm or failure occurs, consistent with procedures, communicating all actions taken through the escalation process.
  • Demonstrating ability to operate fire detection and suppression systems, locate and correct trouble faults and follow proper system protection procedures when work is performed in areas covered by fire systems.
  • Demonstrating appropriate work habits, procedures, an in-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations to ensure the safety of self, fellow workers and building tenants.
  • Supporting Fidelity's ISO-14001 Environmental Management System, ISO-27001 Information Security Management and regulatory reporting requirements.
  • Ability to read / understand blueprints and specifications.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in correct handling and documentation of hazardous materials, refrigerants, electrical circuits, water treatment chemicals, solvents and cleaning supplies to protect personnel and property from undue risk.
  • Demonstrates the ability to: Lift and carry 50 pound boxes and equipment, climb step and roof access ladders for equipment operations and maintenance, and work safely on equipment from a ladder 20 feet above ground with appropriate fall protection as may be required.
  • Completes all required documentation associated with preventative maintenance, equipment operation, testing and inspections.
  • Be available for overtime shift coverage as required.
  • Other site specific duties as required to meet the intent of the summary scope.

Note: This is a second shift position that includes paid overtime, shift differential, and annual bonus.

The Expertise and Skills You Bring

  • Electrical Trade License plus (3) years minimum of trade experience
  • Universal EPA certification is required.
  • Data Center Engineering and supervision experience desirable
  • AAS in a technical discipline desirable
  • Direct interface with IT Hardware planning and change control environments preferred
  • Ability to read construction prints, submittal information, and O&M manuals.
  • Ability to navigate and use BMS, EPMS, and CMMS systems.
  • Knowledge to use Microsoft programs Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook.
  • Universal refrigerant or journeyman electrical license preferred.
  • Ability to develop and maintain SOP's, MOP's, and EOP's.
  • A working knowledge of best trade practices for electrical, HVAC, or plumbing with a basic understanding of fire safety systems and IT infrastructure.
  • Organized with attention for detail

The Team

The dedicated members of the data center engineering team serve a critical role by maintaining power and temperature control to the computer equipment that supports the enterprise. We work in conjunction with enterprise infrastructure and hardware maintenance teams to maintain the operational integrity of the data center.

Fidelity's Onsite Working Model
Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles.

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