Electrical Field Engineer at Shimmick Construction Co., Inc.

Modesto, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

95000.0

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Field Inspections, Engineering Calculations, Project Coordination, Documentation, Community Outreach, Budget Management, Research Skills, Logistics Coordination

Industry

Construction

Description

Overview Axia Electric is seeking a Field Engineer to play a key role in delivering complex electrical and process control systems for critical infrastructure projects in Northern California. This project for the City of Modesto is a vital wastewater infrastructure upgrade that will reroute sanitary sewer flows out of the current River Trunk Pipeline between the Gallo Winery property and the Sutter Avenue Primary Treatment Facility (SAPTF). The scope includes construction of a 40 million gallon per day (mgd) pump station and installation of multiple sewer force main gravity lines and a diversion structure. At Axia Electric, we are problem solvers. Creative thinkers. Innovators. We approach each project with fresh ideas and big thinking in pursuit of better answers, better outcomes, and better experiences for our clients. We are resourceful, nimble and resilient. We work hard together and with our clients to deliver high-quality projects that are on time, on budget and beyond expectations. Electrical Division Since the early 1990s, Shimmick has been self-performing electrical scopes for infrastructure projects. In 2025, the Electrical Division rebranded to Axia Electric, a subsidiary to Shimmick Construction. Axia offers electrical, instrumentation, and process controls expertise for water and wastewater treatment; dams and locks; mass transit and rail; alternative energy; power generation and transmission; and commercial building projects. Our ability to self-perform this specialty offers additional value and enables us to better control cost and schedule for projects with major electrical and process mechanical scopes. Our clients include municipalities, water districts, sanitation districts, transit agencies, private developers, DOTs, and USACE. Axia Electric, headquartered in Riverside, California, focuses on large public owners in several states, across water resources, water treatment, transportation and transit markets. Over the past decade, the division has grown tremendously, securing major projects, including the $350 million North City Pure Water Facility in San Diego and the $235 million EVMWD Regional Water Reclamation Facility Expansion Project in Lake Elsinore, CA. Responsibilities The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Performing assignments that require the application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria’s to carry out engineering tasks. Assignments are designed to further develop judgment and understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities. Exercising judgment limited to developing details of work in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives. Preparing engineering related calculations and developing drawings and visual aids. Assisting with field inspections to evaluate the work performed and materials used. Assisting with construction administration and documentation of deficiencies and deviations from plans. Working under supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member. Researching and compiling project information for reporting, marketing, and funding requests. Creating and maintaining centralized files for project records (including digital). Coordinating logistics and meetings for project managers. Helping in the preparation of reports, including monthly development reports. Assisting with community outreach duties as needed. Attending neighborhood, community, and project meetings. Undertaking tasks as may be assigned by project managers. Having a clear understanding of the budget and assist in the creation of and adherence to project and development budgets. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering. Prior internships involving Rail, Transit, and/or Water/Wastewater construction projects. Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong problem-solving skills and consistent attention to detail. Ability to manage changing deadlines and work well under pressure for multiple team leaders. Work independently and effectively to prioritize multiple tasks. Highly organized with excellent time management skills. Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills. Additional Information: Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization. The salary range for this position is between $75,000 - $95,000 per year depending on experience and/or education. Shimmick's comprehensive benefits plan includes medical, dental and vision coverage; as well as options to participate in an FSA or HSA. The Company also provides employer paid STD, LTD, basic life and AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional voluntary benefit offerings include pet insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness insurance, legal and identity theft protection. These benefits are available to all employees working more than 20 hours per week. Employees working less than 20 hours per week are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage as well as EAP services. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #LI-AR1

How To Apply:

Incase you would like to apply to this job directly from the source, please click here

Responsibilities

The Field Engineer will perform engineering tasks, assist with field inspections, and support construction administration. Responsibilities also include preparing calculations, developing drawings, and coordinating project logistics.