Electrical Field Engineer

AKS Engineering & Forestry is hiring an Electrical Field Engineer to oversee electrical installation on utility-scale renewable energy projects, including solar, BESS, and wind. The role supports QA/QC, safety, inspections, issue resolution, project documentation, and coordination with EPC partners, OEMs, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Leading day-to-day onsite oversight of the installation of LV, MV, and HV electrical systems, inverters, and BESS on utility-scale renewable energy projects

Overseeing coordination of cable pulling, terminations, and testing to ensure work is completed safely and according to project specifications

Ensuring electrical QA/QC and energization readiness throughout the installation process

Interfacing with OEMs and commissioning teams to coordinate installation requirements, resolve technical issues, and support system energization and startup activities

Managing electrical NCRs and corrective actions, including root cause analysis and resolution tracking

Tracking testing and turnover documentation throughout the project lifecycle to support mechanical completion, energization, and closeout

Ensuring compliance with project specifications, NEC requirements, and industry standards

Conducting regular site walks to monitor installation progress, identify potential issues, and help keep projects on schedule

Reviewing work plans, construction methods, safety procedures, and schedules for electrical and general construction activities

Supporting inspections, punch walks, permit closeouts, and compliance activities

Maintaining accurate project documentation related to site conditions, inspections, field decisions, and project progress

Serving as EPS's onsite representative while building strong working relationships with clients, utilities, AHJs, EPCs, contractors, and community stakeholders

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred

EIT or PE licensure

Experience with utility-scale solar, BESS, or wind construction

Direct experience with LV/MV/HV electrical systems, cable terminations, and energization activities

Experience interfacing with OEMs during installation and commissioning

Experience managing NCRs, corrective actions, and turnover documentation

Electrical Engineering Degree

EIT

PE Licensure

Utility-Scale Renewable Construction

LV/MV/HV Electrical Systems

Cable Terminations

Energization Activities

OEM Coordination

Installation

Commissioning

NCR Management

Corrective Actions

Turnover Documentation

Benefits

Hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development

Generous PTO

Health coverage that supports your total well-being

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Weekly team lunches

Team-building and community-building experiences

Company

Engineering and surveying consulting for land development, infrastructure, and power.

Tualatin, Oregon, USA

https://www.aks-eng.com/

Founded in 1996

501-1000 employees

Qualifications

Experienced construction professional with an electrical engineering background and familiarity with solar, BESS, or wind projects

Skilled at coordinating multiple trades and managing electrical scopes including LV/MV/HV systems, cable installation, and energization in a fast-paced field environment

You have a "Do what needs to be done" mindset, taking ownership beyond assigned tasks and stepping in wherever needed to keep projects, teams, and customers supported and running smoothly

Strong communicator who builds trust with EPC partners, OEMs, utilities, and internal teams

Excellent at documenting meetings, decisions, and site changes

Proficient with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Adobe, and construction scheduling tools

Safety trained for field work (OSHA 10)

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred

EIT or PE licensure

Experience with utility-scale solar, BESS, or wind construction

Direct experience with LV/MV/HV electrical systems, cable terminations, and energization activities

Experience interfacing with OEMs during installation and commissioning

Experience managing NCRs, corrective actions, and turnover documentation

Required skills

Electrical Systems (LV/MV/HV), Utility-Scale Renewable Energy Construction, Solar, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Wind Energy, Cable Installation and Terminations, Energization, National Electrical Code (NEC), OSHA 10, EIT or PE Licensure, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Adobe

Preferred skills

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred, EIT or PE licensure

Experience

Mid level