E-J Electric Installation Co.

Assistant Project Manager/Field Engineer

Fairless Hills, PA
Full Time
Major Projects
Mid Level

About E-J:
The E-J Group is active in all facets of electrical contracting, bringing experience, expertise, and a national reputation to projects that range in size up to more than $300 million. With over 4,000 employees across 31 offices, E-J delivers full-service electrical solutions for rail systems, transit facilities, office buildings, hospitals, power, renewable energy, clean energy, co-generation facilities, roadway and outdoor specialty work, airports, industrial facilities, data centers, chip plants, universities, sports stadiums, extra high voltage distribution, utility, and gas infrastructure. At E-J, three generations of family expertise have built an organization that combines practical knowledge with modern technological innovation, providing rapid and efficient solutions for today’s lighting, power, energy, and communication needs. E-J has over a 125-year reputation for integrity, quality, and exceptional service in the electrical field. To learn more, visit www.ej1899.com. 

Title/Role: Field Engineer 
Division: Major Projects
Location: Fairless Hills, PA 
Reporting to: 

Position Summary:
E-J is seeking motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Project Managers/Field Engineers to support the execution of large-scale data center electrical construction projects. These are hands-on, field-facing roles working at the intersection of electrical engineering and construction, ensuring that electrical installations are built in accordance with design documents, project schedules, and the exacting quality standards required in mission-critical environments.

The ideal candidates bring 1–5 years of electrical construction or field engineering experience and are comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced hyperscale or co-location data center environments alongside craft labor, project managers, general contractors, and commissioning teams. 

What You’ll Do:

  • Support the Project Manager in day-to-day field coordination and execution of data center electrical scopes
  • Interpret and work from electrical construction drawings, single-line diagrams, specifications, and equipment submittals
  • Monitor field installations for compliance with contract documents, NEC code, and applicable project specifications 
  • Coordinate with the general contractor, other trades, and MEP engineers to resolve conflicts and maintain the schedule in a concurrent-trade environment 
  • Track and manage RFIs, submittals, and field change notices; maintain organized and up-to-date documentation 
  • Assist with procurement follow-up and delivery tracking for critical equipment, including switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, and bus duct 
  • Support phased energization planning and coordination with commissioning agents and the owner’s technical teams 
  • Conduct regular field walks to document progress, identify issues, and verify the quality of installation 
  • Maintain accurate daily field reports, quantity tracking logs, and schedule look-aheads 
  • Assist in quantity takeoffs, cost tracking, and subcontractor coordination as directed by the Project Manager 
  • Participate in project meetings, including coordination meetings, OAC meetings, and safety briefings 
  • Enforce E-J’s safety standards and site-specific safety plans; ensure compliance with NFPA 70E requirements for work on or near energized systems 
  • Support closeout activities, including punch list management, as-built documentation, and final commissioning walkthroughs

Qualifications & Skills:

  • 1–5 years of field engineering or electrical construction experience, preferably on large commercial or mission-critical projects 
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field; equivalent field experience considered 
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical construction drawings, specifications, and equipment submittals 
  • Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and electrical construction best practices 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management platforms a plus 
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple open items simultaneously 
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills; comfortable coordinating with field crews, subcontractors, and engineering staff 
  • Ability to work full-time on a construction site and meet the physical demands of a field-based role 

Nice to Haves:

  • Experience on Tier III or Tier IV hyperscale or co-location data center projects 
  • Familiarity with critical power systems, including 2N redundancy architectures, static transfer switches, and PDU configurations 
  • Exposure to integrated systems testing (IST) or commissioning processes for mission-critical facilities 
  • Knowledge of BICSI, Uptime Institute, or TIA-942 standards 
  • Experience with BIM coordination or 3D clash detection in a multi-trade environment 
  • OSHA 30 certification 

Advantages of Working at E-J:

  • Leading Electrical Contracting Organization Nationwide  
  • Oldest Family-Owned and Operated Electric Contractor since 1899  
  • Job training and mentorship  
  • Competitive compensation packages  
  • Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and 401K plan  
  • Paid holidays and vacation  
  • Merit-Based Bonus  
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program 

Salary Range: $75k-$105k/year

The E-J Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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