ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING ASSISTANT Fountain Services, LLC ( https://fountainelectric.com/ ) is an established industry leader in the electrical trade, with offices in Spindale, Charlotte, Hickory, and Asheville, North Carolina, and Greenville, South Carolina. We serve customers and projects spread across the western, piedmont, and metrolina regions of North Carolina, and the upstate of South Carolina. Over the course of our 75-year history, we have built our reputation as a company focused on the training, development, and personal growth of our workforce. We look for candidates with a commitment and desire to continue their own career development, and who are a fit for a company culture based upon core values of honesty and integrity, mutual respect, pursuit of excellence, and personal accountability. If this describes you, we want to help you maximize your potential. We are currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Engineering Assistant, in our Spindale, NC office. We offer competitive pay and, after a 90-day introductory period, comprehensive benefits, including health, vision, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid vacation, and 401k retirement plan with employer matching. Education/Training
High School diploma
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or other relevant field preferred
Relevant licenses or certifications preferred
Training is included for this position in addition the candidate should also expect to participate in some training outside of work hours to further capability and competence in this field
Experience/Education for Project Engineer
Pay will be based upon experience and qualifications.
Specific Skills/Duties/Proficiencies for Project Engineer
Strong computer, data entry, and data analysis skills, proficiency with AutoCAD, BIM, Revit, Microsoft Projects and Excel, and/or Bluebeam, or willingness to enroll in classes to gain proficiency
Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, and schematics
Attention to detail, organization, strong mathematical skills, and ability to multi-task
Assist in the development of designs and specifications for components of the electrical scope of work on commercial and industrial construction projects
Analyze construction drawings to identify opportunities for engineered solutions to installation issues
Provide administrative support to project management teams, including scheduling, budgeting, and tracking
Additional Requirements and/or Expectations for Project Engineer
Must pass a mandatory pre-employment drug screen
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation