Electrical Field Engineer – Offshore Wind SOV Program

DescriptionBackground check, US Citizenship, and drug screening are requirements for this position. Travel is 90%.The Senior Electrical Field Engineer supports final construction, electrical integration, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and delivery of the offshore wind Service Operations Vessel (SOV) under construction at Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding.This role is focused on field execution and commissioning support — not detailed electrical design. The engineer will work directly onboard the vessel and within the shipyard environment to support electrical system completion, testing readiness, technical issue resolution, and coordination between engineering and production teams.The ideal candidate understands marine electrical systems, commissioning processes, and waterfront shipyard operations involving complex vessels and integrated automation systemsRequirementsPrimary Areas of Support Electrical Commissioning OversightSupport electrical system turnover and commissioning readiness.Coordinate electrical testing activities and energization sequencing.Assist with integrated system verification and operational testing.Support troubleshooting of electrical and control system issues. Engineering & Production CoordinationAct as liaison between engineering and electrical production teams.Support field resolution of electrical installation issues.Verify installation compliance with drawings and specifications.Coordinate responses to technical questions from production teams. Technical Reporting & Problem ResolutionProvide status updates to management regarding electrical completion.Track electrical deficiencies and support closure activities.Assist with commissioning reports and turnover documentation.Coordinate with OEMs and vendors during startup and testing.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesElectrical Systems SupportSupport Commissioning And Testing OfPower generation systemsSwitchboardsMotor control systemsLighting systemsAlarm and monitoring systemsIntegrated automation systemsDP-related electrical systemsNavigation and communication systemsEmergency power systemsConduct onboard inspections and verification activities.Testing & CommissioningAssist WithCable meggeringLoop checksFunctional testingHarbor acceptance testingIntegrated systems testingDock and sea trial supportCoordinate testing schedules with production and commissioning teams.Support troubleshooting of control system integration issues.Production & Field CoordinationWork Directly WithElectriciansTest teamsProduction managementOEM representativesEngineering personnelHelp resolve installation conflicts and production issues.Verify completion status for turnover boundaries.Regulatory & Compliance SupportSupport ABS and USCG inspection activities.Verify compliance with marine electrical standards and vessel specifications.Assist with turnover package development and completion documentation.Physical Job RequirementsCombination office and active shipyard environment.Daily onboard vessel access required.Ability to work in unfinished shipboard spaces and industrial waterfront environments.Extended work hours may be required during testing and commissioning milestones.Education/Certification RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.Minimum 5–10 years of marine electrical or shipyard experience.Strong Understanding OfMarine electrical systemsShipboard power distributionIntegrated automation systemsCommissioning and testing processesFamiliarity WithABSUSCGDP systems preferredAbility To Read And InterpretElectrical drawingsOne-line diagramsCable schedulesControl schematicsStrong troubleshooting and coordination skills.Preferred ExperienceOffshore wind vessel support.DP vessel electrical integration.Vessel commissioning and sea trials.Experience supporting offshore service vessels or complex commercial vessels.