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Nevada's electrical engineer job market is anchored by defense contractors and utilities in Las Vegas and Reno, with employers like NV Energy, Switch, and contractors supporting Nellis Air Force Base actively hiring. The state's expanding data center corridor and clean energy sector create consistent demand for engineers willing to work with visa sponsorship.
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Requisition ID: 102548
Job Category: Engineering; Construction
Location: Winnemucca, NV, United States
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Hatch is seeking a Electrical and Instrumentation Field Engineer to join our electrical team in Winnemucca, NV. The Field Engineer is to provide technical engineering support to Hatch’s on-site construction management and supervision team to ensure that construction work complies with the engineering design including specifications, codes and standards.
The Field Engineer’s responsibilities shall also include assessing potential field problems and developing solutions as well as assisting with supervision of works contractors and Hatch field employees.
Responsibilities include:
- Assist with technical bid analysis and recommendations as required
- Verify site data and conditions
- Coordinate local permitting technical requirements
- Manage and resolve cross-discipline clashes or conflicts when discovered in engineering deliverables (drawings and specifications)
- Assist with the Field Engineering section of the Construction Execution Plan
- As applicable, assist with constructability input and on-site monitoring of design, work scope, construction sequence, impacts to estimating and scheduling
- Review of Contractor CWP submittals including ITPs and Method Statements
- Provide technical assistance to QA/QC
- Review and approve QA test reports and documentation where required
- Provide technical assistance to Construction Supervision
- Review and verification of contractor’s monthly progress reports
- Manage field information requests and site design change procedures (RFI, FCR, FCN, ECN, SI)
- Develop, check, and distribute specifications for onsite purchases where required, such as temporary works or site generated purchases
- Review and monitor contractor pricing and assist the Contracts Administrator in the review and settlement of change orders and claims
- Review contractor supplied deliverables including as-built documentation
- Coordinate third party inspections in conjunction with consultants and other authorities
- Generate and/or check field sketches or red-line engineering deliverables
- Manage, control and maintain onsite drawings, files and registers
- Review contract documents for the particular area of responsibility and identify conflicts and recommend solutions
- Verify that construction work complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications and design instructions as well as applicable regulatory requirements
- Perform technical review at substantial and final completions
Additionally, the Field engineer will support project development including:
- Develop a thorough understanding of the project requirements as they relate to scope, cost and schedule
- Prepare a list of engineering deliverables and time-based functions to facilitate the planning and control of the engineering budget
- Maintain the project scope of work documentation and revisions as required during the design evolution
- Review and execute the electrical and layout design criteria documents
- Review electrical technical deliverables (specifications, datasheets, drawings, etc.)
- Assist in the preparation and development of project specific procedures
- Define the system requirements to achieve the project results and monitor effectiveness
- Represent the electrical practice in project engineering coordination meetings
- Participate in electrical design reviews
- Ensure coordination, between the electrical team and other disciplines, of all activities being performed as the design evolves
- Ensure that quality audits of engineering work are carried out in accordance with project procedures and the quality assurance plan
- Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of electrical engineering work
- Ensure that all work designed, manufactured and supplied in the electrical engineering discipline complies with the relevant sections of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
- Participation in the compilation of the client Project Safety Management Plan with specific reference to switching, isolation and lockout procedures
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelors of Science degree in engineering from an accredited university
- Must be registered as a Professional Engineer (P.E.)
- Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience within an EPCM, heavy industrial, power generation, and/or transmission & distribution or water/wastewater industry preferred.
- Understands the design and field execution processes of large scale EPCM projects.
- Strong Knowledge of construction means and methods including labor, material, equipment, cost and schedule requirements.
- Strong deliverable focus and ability to plan the work
- A high degree of understanding of interdisciplinary dependencies related to the discipline
- Strong understanding of procurement, contracting and commissioning methodologies
- Knowledge of industry/regulatory codes and standards (NEC, NFPA and IEEE standards)
- Knowledge on electrical calculations (short circuit, load flow, protective device coordination, arc flash and harmonics)
- Knowledge on specification of large motor/generator sets and associated equipment, including high-voltage switchgear, transformers, starters and related protection systems
- Knowledge on electrical design tools / software such as ETAP, SKM, or Easy Power. SPEL experience is a plus
- Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to convey project technical information to project managers, clients and peers
- Must demonstrate organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task, prioritize, take direction, and provide direction to others ensuring the quality of deliverables
- Strong computer knowledge is required
- Excellent safety awareness
- Willingness to be a part of a global engineering company and to collaborate with teams in other offices around the world
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
What we offer you?
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
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Search Electrical Engineer Jobs in NevadaElectrical Engineer Jobs in Nevada: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for electrical engineers in Nevada?
NV Energy, Switch, and Caesars Entertainment have filed H-1B visa Labor Condition Applications for electrical engineer roles in Nevada. Defense contractors supporting installations like Nellis Air Force Base and Creech Air Force Base also appear in Department of Labor disclosure data as sponsors. Data center operators expanding in the greater Las Vegas area represent a growing segment of sponsoring employers for electrical engineering talent.
Which visa types are most common for electrical engineer roles in Nevada?
The H-1B is the most common visa for electrical engineers in Nevada, as the role consistently qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. Australian citizens may also pursue the E-3 visa, which follows a similar specialty occupation standard but bypasses the H-1B lottery. Canadian and Mexican engineers sometimes qualify under the TN visa category.
Which cities in Nevada have the most electrical engineer sponsorship jobs?
Las Vegas and the surrounding Henderson and North Las Vegas area account for the majority of electrical engineer sponsorship activity in Nevada, driven by utilities, data centers, and defense-adjacent contractors. Reno is the second-largest hub, supported by manufacturing employers along the I-80 corridor and the Tesla Gigafactory nearby in Sparks, which has attracted a cluster of engineering-focused companies to the region.
How to find electrical engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Nevada?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to search for electrical engineer roles in Nevada without sorting through positions that don't support international candidates. The platform aggregates openings from employers with documented sponsorship activity, so you can focus on companies already familiar with H-1B and other work visa processes rather than spending time on applications unlikely to move forward.
Are there any state-specific considerations for electrical engineers seeking sponsorship in Nevada?
Nevada does not impose additional state-level licensing requirements that affect the H-1B petition itself, but electrical engineers working on regulated utility or construction projects may need to obtain a Professional Engineer license from the Nevada State Board of Professional Engineers. Employers in the defense sector may also require security clearances, which can complicate sponsorship timelines for candidates who haven't established a U.S. presence. The DOL prevailing wage for electrical engineers in Nevada varies by metropolitan area and experience level.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored electrical engineer jobs in Nevada?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.