Field Engineer I- Structured Cable
IES Communications · El Paso, TX · 1 mo ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
Job Summary
The Field Engineer I - Structured Cabling will be able to install and operate most types of low-voltage/structured cabling systems and equipment.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems in a senior service support role, including testing, troubleshooting of system components and functions, and field verification of connections, labels, installation and work quality.
- Understand advanced system drawings, specifications and technical manuals.
- Create shop drawings and submittals for new project kick-off.
- Manage the technical work in the field with little supervision, including work both "in house" and in the field when required.
- Assume ownership of project installation and provide support to field staff and project manager, including advanced support for field installation staff.
- Assist with maintaining and completing project punch-list for project close outs.
- Oversee the technical aspects of projects.
- Quality-check projects, test all equipment and functionality, and create punch lists.
- Assist sales staff as needed with product and system demonstrations.
- Conduct detailed field walks for prospective or change order opportunities and provide comprehensive written scope narratives, system outlines, and constructability notes to assist Estimating in crafting accurate proposals.
- Identify and document existing conditions, infrastructure constraints, and access limitations during site assessments to inform bid strategies and value engineering options.
- Interface with subcontractors during pre-construction activities; set up and coordinate site walks, review scope alignment, and obtain written proposals or bids as required.
- Serve as a technical liaison between the field and Pre-Construction/Estimating, helping bridge gaps in design intent, sequence of operations, and field feasibility.
- When workload allows, assist the Quality and Training department by developing or delivering structured guidance for Leads and Superintendents on project setup, documentation organization, and workflow planning.
- Support the development of best practices and job readiness materials to help new leaders understand expectations around job closeout, documentation control, and startup execution.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- Self-motivated, positive in approach, professional, and able to lead others to create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
- Promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
- Proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
- Able to diagnose and fix problems with existing equipment and new installs.
- Enthusiastic, passionate, patient and a critical thinker.
- Able to communicate with the customer and have excellent customer service skills.
- Proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
- Able to travel within branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
- At least a High School diploma or GED equivalency; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- At least 3-4 years' commercial low voltage/structured cabling experience.
- Able to work well with other people.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and MS Project).
- Meet Company minimum driving standards.
- Able to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
- Demonstrated verifiable ability to define a project, create a project scope of work, develop detailed associated tasks and manage these to final completion and customer turnover.
Pay
Min USD $30.00/Yr. Max USD $40.00/Yr.