Electrical Field Engineer - Offshore Wind SOV Program

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Background check, ship, and drug screening are requirements for this position. Travel is 90%. Contingent on client approval.

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 systems

Requirements

Primary Areas of Support

1. Electrical Commissioning Oversight

Support 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.

2. Engineering & Production Coordination

Act 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.

3. Technical Reporting & Problem Resolution

Provide 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 & Responsibilities

Electrical Systems Support

Support commissioning and testing of:

Power generation systems

Switchboards

Motor control systems

Lighting systems

Alarm and monitoring systems

Integrated automation systems

DP-related electrical systems

Navigation and communication systems

Emergency power systems

Conduct onboard inspections and verification activities.

Testing & Commissioning

Assist with:

Cable meggering

Loop checks

Functional testing

Harbor acceptance testing

Integrated systems testing

Dock and sea trial support

Coordinate testing schedules with production and commissioning teams.

Support troubleshooting of control system integration issues.

Production & Field Coordination

Work directly with:

Electricians

Test teams

Production management

OEM representatives

Engineering personnel

Help resolve installation conflicts and production issues.

Verify completion status for turnover boundaries.

Regulatory & Compliance Support

Support ABS and USCG inspection activities.

Verify compliance with marine electrical standards and vessel specifications.

Assist with turnover package development and completion documentation.

Physical Job Requirements

Combination 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 Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.

Minimum 5-10 years of marine electrical or shipyard experience.

Strong understanding of:

Marine electrical systems

Shipboard power distribution

Integrated automation systems

Commissioning and testing processes

Familiarity with:

ABS

USCG

DP systems preferred

Ability to read and interpret:

Electrical drawings

One-line diagrams

Cable schedules

Control schematics

Strong troubleshooting and coordination skills.

Preferred Experience

Offshore wind vessel support.

DP vessel electrical integration.

Vessel commissioning and sea trials.

Experience supporting offshore service vessels or complex commercial vessels.