Electrical Engineer II

Description

About Sherman + Reilly

Established in 1927, Sherman + Reilly is North America's leading manufacturer of transmission and distribution line-stringing equipment for the electric utility industry. From our Chattanooga headquarters, we design and build pullers, bullwheel tensioners, puller-tensioners, pilot line winders, underground pullers, reel trailers, reel stands, and stringing blocks, engineered for safety and built to last. Driven by a nearly century-long commitment to lineman safety and continuous innovation, we partner with the electric power industry to help meet the energy needs of the future. As part of Quanta Services, a leading infrastructure solutions provider for the electric power industry, we pair a nearly century-old brand with the scale and career opportunity of a large parent organization.

Position Summary

The Electrical Engineer II is a motivated, hands-on engineer who supports electrical systems on the specialized equipment Sherman + Reilly, Inc. builds for utility and infrastructure customers across North America, keeping products manufacturable, reliable, functional, and up to date throughout their life cycle. This position is based on-site at our Chattanooga, Tennessee facility and works directly with the production team on the shop floor — troubleshooting electrical issues during builds, training technicians, managing engineering changes, resolving part obsolescence, and turning shop feedback into practical design improvements. The role partners closely with Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Product Management, and Mechanical Engineering teams and reports to the Engineering Manager (Sustaining).

Key Responsibilities

Sustaining Engineering & Documentation

Provide sustaining engineering support for electrical systems on existing products, including wire harnesses, control panels, and machine wiring.

Create and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, harness drawings, and bills of materials using SolidWorks Electrical.

Engineering Change & Obsolescence Management

Process engineering change requests (ECRs) and engineering change orders (ECOs) from evaluation through implementation, including schematics and BOM updates.

Manage part obsolescence by identifying at-risk components, qualifying replacement parts, and updating documentation.

Shop Floor Support & Training

Troubleshoot electrical issues on the shop floor during production and testing while working with technicians to resolve them quickly.

Create work instructions and deliver shop floor training on electrical assembly, harness installation, wiring practices, and troubleshooting.

Gather feedback from production technicians and turn it into design improvements that make products easier to build, more reliable, and more cost-effective.

Root Cause & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Perform root cause analysis on electrical issues found in production, testing, or the field, and drive corrective actions.

Work with Supply Chain and vendors to resolve component availability, sourcing, and quality issues.

Collaborate cross-functionally to solve technical and operational challenges.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline.

Strong knowledge of wire harness design, including wire sizing, connectors, routing, protection, and harness documentation.

Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including reading schematics and using multimeters and other diagnostic tools.

Experience with engineering change management processes, including ECRs, ECOs, and drawing and BOM revision control.

Understanding of machine control circuits, including relays, switches, sensors, fuses, and power distribution.

Strong communication skills and the ability to train and work effectively with shop floor technicians.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred

3+ years of electrical engineering experience in heavy manufacturing, industrial equipment, mobile equipment, or related industries.

Experience with SolidWorks Electrical (schematic and 3D).

Experience with 12/24V DC electrical systems on mobile or vehicle-mounted equipment.

Experience with electronic controls such as PLCs, mobile controllers, or CAN bus networks.

Experience with electrohydraulic controls such as proportional valves and solenoid drivers.

Experience with SolidWorks PDM or another PDM/PLM system.

Familiarity with relevant electrical standards such as SAE J1128, SAE J1939, or NFPA 79.

Hands-on experience as an electrician, electrical technician, or in harness manufacturing.

Experience with utility equipment such as pullers, tensioners, and reel trailers.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This role is based on-site at our Chattanooga facility and includes a combination of office-based engineering work and hands-on time on the shop floor supporting production, testing, and training. Candidates should be comfortable:

Working on the shop floor in manufacturing and testing environments.

Standing for extended periods.

Climbing on and off equipment during testing and troubleshooting.

Using common hand tools and electrical test equipment.

Occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.

Following electrical safety practices, including lockout/tagout and required PPE.

Total Rewards

Sherman + Reilly offers a competitive total rewards package backed by the scale of Quanta Services, designed to support your financial, physical, and professional well-being:

Competitive base salary with annual performance-based bonus eligibility.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.

Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and company-paid life and disability insurance.

Support for professional development and CPA/CMA continuing education.

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Sherman + Reilly is 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, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.