Field Engineer Jobs

The Field Engineer (EPG) position requires a thorough understanding of controls, AC and DC wiring, switchgear operation and application, and power generation. Candidate must be capable of working with limited supervision and guidance in a challenging environment to commission and test CAT generator set installations per customer specifications. The position requires a high level of customer communication and ability to maintain satisfactory relationship with all customers at all times.

Blanchard Machinery Company is committed to fostering a high-performance work culture with challenging work opportunities that inspire high quality results. Some of the benefits of joining our team are

• Ability to read drawings, one-lines and specifications to discuss projects with contractors, engineers and architects.
• Candidate should have a well-rounded knowledge of protection schemes and their application within electrical systems.
• Willing to work as a team member and collaborate with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Must have thorough understanding of fuel systems, governing, excitation, and testing; as related to engine driven power generators.
• Must be able to complete technical start-up of diesel and gas engines and generator sets, automatic transfer switches, and standalone paralleling switchgear.
• A friendly and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for advancement
• Organizational and time management skills required.
• Exposure to world-class CAT training and development.
• Must be able to work independently, prioritize tasks that are fluid and constantly changing.
• Must be able to effectively plan, estimate, and execute jobs in accordance with industry standards with safety and profitability as the primary goals.
• Experience with CAT Electronic Technician, SAP, DBS, Lotus Notes, and EOMP systems
• A minimum of 5 years experience as an EPG Technician or Journeyman/Master level Industrial Electrician is desired. CAT EPG Certified Analyst is a plus.
• Must understand electrical installation and safety, and effective interpretation and application of NEC NFPA 70 and NFPA 110 standards.
• Continuous exposure to learning and new technologies
• Interpret and design custom control schemes and develop schematics and operating instructions.
• Benefits Medical, dental, vision, 401K, profit sharing, generous PTO and paid holidays, uniforms, and much more.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills - must possess the personal discipline to establish the proper image as a representative of Blanchard Machinery.
• Personal commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence.
• Enthusiastic - hard worker with the ability to complete work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Word document and spreadsheet knowledge preferred.
• The candidate must have a thorough understanding, regarding the CAT product line, but will consider applicants that have experience with other EPG brands.
• Must be capable of programming CAT EPG controllers, and various third party supplied controllers.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; works well in a group problem solving situations’ use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Must be available to work over-time on site and in the field.
• Competitive Pay.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Job requires standing, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, and lifting.
• Use of computer and other forms of technology to complete job responsibilities.
• Position requires employee to be physically present at the job site location.
• The physical environment requires the employee to work inside as well as in shop/machine environments (non-climate controlled) and on customer job sites.