FIELD SERVICES Electrical Field Service Lead
Position Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt, Hourly
Reports to: Digital Electrical Field Service Lead Digital
Supervisory Responsibility: Assist Field Leadership
Company Summary
Stellar Energy provides state-of-the-art solutions customers build in for optimized energy performance now; and in the preparation for the energy needs of tomorrow. In business for 25 years, weve delivered added energy efficiency and capacity to customers in more than 15 countries. More dispatchable power. Increased LNG production. Greater Data Center efficiency and lower costs. Hyperscale deployment at the best possible speed to first megawatt. All delivered with the lower emissions required to support our partners unique sustainability objectives.
Stellar Energy specializes in a wide range of engineering and manufacturing solutions within the energy sector including turbine inlet air chilling, central utility plants, district cooling, combined heat & power systems, thermal energy storage, inlet air heating, data center chilling, and inlet air chilling for LNG facilities. Additionally, our expertise extends to start-up & commissioning, system health analysis, services, and training. Our in-house team of skilled engineers and dedicated tradespeople are the reason we are the global leader in customized solutions. Stellar Energy strives to add value to todays energy infrastructure, achieving secure, affordable, and sustainable energy that will help to create a responsible energy economy.
Summary Objective
Electrical Field Service Lead serves as the senior field electrician responsible for overseeing the electrical installation, startup, and commissioning of Stellar Energy's Modular Central Utility Plants (MCUPs) at customer sites. This position helps direct and support a team of two Field Technicians and acts as the primary electrical authority on-site, ensuring projects are executed safely, on time, and in accordance with engineering specifications, codes, and quality standards. The role requires a combination of expert electrical knowledge, hands-on field execution, leadership, and digital fluency with control systems, sensors, and related smart infrastructure.
Essential Functions
- Lead the contractor in all electrical installation activities for MCUPs at customer locations, serving as the senior site electrician.
- Coordinate and supervise the work of two Field Technicians, assigning tasks and ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
- Interpret and execute electrical plans, single-line diagrams, wiring schematics, mechanical P&IDs, structural drawings, interconnection details, and control drawings provided by Engineering.
- Manage startup and commissioning of electrical systems, including verification of power distribution, control wiring, instrumentation, and smart components.
- Configure and troubleshoot control panels, PLCs, VFDs, and digital monitoring systems during commissioning.
- Conduct site-level QA/QC inspections and pre-functional tests to validate readiness for system energization.
- Interface with internal Engineering, Project Management, and Controls teams to resolve technical issues in the field.
- Maintain detailed field documentation, including redlines, daily work reports, punch lists, and commissioning logs.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable electrical codes (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70E), safety regulations, and Stellar Energy policies.
- Train and mentor field staff in proper electrical practices, safety protocols, and equipment-specific procedures.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies
- Expert-level understanding of industrial and commercial electrical systems (480V three-phase, control systems, instrumentation).
- Proficient in electrical troubleshooting and commissioning methodologies.
- Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
- High level of attention to detail and ability to produce thorough, accurate field documentation.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and I/O lists.
- Proficient in using digital tools (tablets, mobile apps, HMI interfaces) and control systems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to work independently in fast-paced, dynamic field environments.
- Commitment to safety and operational excellence.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have direct report supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
Fast paced, time sensitive, stressful, construction environment where there are no exceptions to the safety and quality requirements. Large amount of decision-making daily with accuracy margins associated. Exciting and ever-changing environment of Lean methodology employed daily. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed inside and outside with uncontrolled weather conditions.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are dependent on site/project requirements. This position may require overtime and occasional weekend work.
Travel
The role is at the project site, 100% travel is required.
Required Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED.
- Journeyman Electrician license or higher (state-recognized).
- 8+ years of electrical installation experience in industrial or commercial environments.
- 3+ years of supervisory or lead field experience.
- Hands-on experience with electrical startup and commissioning activities.
- Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, OSHA 1910/1926 standards.
- Associate degree in technical field or equivalent experience.
- 7-10 Years experience in Heavy Industrial Environment as Superintendent or Lead Foreman.
- Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, ACC,BIMS 360, Procore, cloud project management platforms, field daily reports, safety reports
- Ability to obtain OSHA 30 Hour Certification and site relevant safety training
- Knowledge of quality system, process control, and tool control, etc.
- Ability to obtain NFPA70E and Arc Flash Certifications.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Associates degree or technical diploma in Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, or related field or completion of accredited apprenticeship (4 year minimum).
- Master Electrician license.
- Experience working with modular energy systems, utility plants, or packaged mechanical systems.
- Familiarity with PLC programming (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and SCADA systems.
- OSHA 30 and NFPA 70E certifications.
- Experience in commissioning smart building or IIoT-connected systems.
- Familiarity with Medium Voltage Systems (greater than 1000V)
Work Authorization
Must be qualified to work in the United States. Must hold a current US Passport or have ability to obtain.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
