Potomac Testing · 18 hours ago
Field Engineer
Chester, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$68K/yr - $82K/yr
0+ years expTechPro Power Group is a leader in the power industry, providing innovative solutions for power equipment performance. The Field Engineer 1 role is designed for recent graduates or early-career engineers, focusing on supporting electrical engineering design and analysis efforts, including power system modeling and project support under supervision.
Electronics
Responsibilities
Technical Execution / Engineering Design
Assist in preparing engineering studies (e.g., load flow, short circuit, arc flash) using software like SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower
Support the development and revision of single-line diagrams and schematics
Contribute to CAD-based drawing updates under engineer supervision
Field Support / Site Coordination
Participate in field walkdowns and collect system data for analysis
Provide basic support during testing or troubleshooting tasks
Ensure accurate documentation of field findings
Project Support & Collaboration
Assist in coordinating engineering deliverables with internal teams
Support project documentation, scheduling, and status updates
Collaborate with Engineers, Project Managers, and Technicians
Compliance & Quality Assurance
Learn and apply relevant industry codes and safety standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70E)
Follow quality control procedures for deliverables
Reporting & Documentation
Prepare draft reports and documentation for review by senior engineers
Maintain accurate and organized engineering files
Professional Judgment & Discretion
Apply foundational engineering principles to solve routine problems requiring the consistent use of judgment
Interpret specifications, standards, and design criteria under guidance from senior engineers
Exercise discretion in selecting approaches and adapting methods for assigned tasks
Additional Duties
Perform other related duties as assigned to support business needs
Continuously seek opportunities for professional development and contribute to team-wide learning and growth
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
0–2 years of electrical engineering-related experience
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and SKM Power Tools (or similar power systems analysis software such as ETAP or EasyPower)
Strong communication, problem-solving, and time management skills
Ability to apply theoretical knowledge from formal education to practical engineering problems
Assignments require analysis, interpretation, and adaptation of standard engineering techniques and procedures
Valid driver's license
Preferred
Passed or currently registered for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
Holds an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Engineering Intern (EI) certification, or eligible to obtain within 12 months
Internship or co-op experience under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
Demonstrated interest in pursuing PE licensure in the future
Benefits
Health & Wellness including Medical, Dental, Vision and HSA
401(k) Retirement Plan Match Contribution
PTO & Holiday Pay
Paid Travel Expenses (when applicable)
Career Advancement Opportunities
Company
Potomac Testing
Potomac Testing provides a full range of independent electrical services in the areas of electrical equipment acceptance testing.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase