Field Engineer

  • Full-time
  • Verisk Business: Wood Mackenzie

Company Description

Wood Mackenzie is the global leader in data, analysis and consulting across the energy, chemicals, metals, mining, power and renewables sectors.

Founded in 1973, our success has always been underpinned by the simple principle of providing trusted research and advice that makes a difference to our customers. Today we have over 2,000 customers ranging from the largest global energy companies and financial institutions to governments as well as smaller market specialists.

Our teams are located around the world. This enables us to stay closely connected with customers and the markets and sectors we cover. Collectively this allows us to offer a compelling combination of global commodity analysis with detailed local market knowledge.

We are committed to supporting our people to grow and thrive. We value different perspectives and aspire to create an inclusive environment that encourages diversity and fosters a sense of belonging. We are committed to creating a workplace that works for you and encourage everyone to get involved in our Wellness, Diversity and Inclusion, and Community Engagement initiatives. We actively support flexible working and are happy to consider alternative work patterns, taking into account your needs and the needs of the team or division that you are looking to join. 

Hear what our team has to say about working with us:

https://www.woodmac.com/careers/our-people/

We are proud to be a part of the Verisk family of companies! 

At the heart of what we do is help clients manage risk. Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) provides data and insights to our customers in insurance, energy and the financial services markets so they can make faster and more informed decisions.   

Our global team uses AI, machine learning, automation, and other emerging technologies to collect and analyze billions of records. We provide advanced decision-support to prevent credit, lending, and cyber risks. In addition, we monitor and advise companies on complex global matters such as climate change, catastrophes, and geopolitical issues.  

But why we do our work is what sets us apart. It stems from a commitment to making the world better, safer and stronger.  

It’s the reason Verisk is part of the UN Global Compact sustainability initiative. It’s why we made a commitment to balancing 100 percent of our carbon emissions. It’s the aim of our “returnship” program for experienced professionals rejoining the workforce after time away. And, it’s what drives our annual Innovation Day, where we identify our next first-to-market innovations to solve our customers’ problems.   

At its core, Verisk uses data to minimize risk and maximize value. But far bigger, is why we do what we do. 

At Verisk you can build an exciting career with meaningful work; create positive and lasting impact on business; and find the support, coaching, and training you need to advance your career. We have received the Great Place to Work® Certification for the fifth consecutive year. We’ve been recognized by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and a Best Employer for Women, testaments to our culture of engagement and the value we place on an inclusive and diverse workforce.  Verisk’s Statement on Racial Equity and Diversity supports our commitment to these values and affecting positive and lasting change in the communities where we live and work.  

Job Description

Wood Mackenzie owns and operates a growing international network of 5000+ sensors collecting real-time data on commodity sectors: energy, metals/mining, shipping, and manufacturing. Wood Mackenzie’s proprietary monitoring systems measure millions of data points per day.

The Field Engineer will work with Woodmac’s sensor network operations team to support expansion and maintenance of the sensor network in the SE region of the United States (Atlanta based) and lower 48 states.

Key Responsibilities

  • Frequent travel anywhere in the lower 48 states and possibly Canada (Avg. 4 days per week).
  • Installation of monitoring systems near electric power generating plants, measuring flow on overhead power lines (wirelessly measurement – no contact with powerlines).
  • Work with team members to pre-plan and complete sensor installations, troubleshoot technical problems and ship/receive new or old equipment.
  • Verify incoming data quality from new sensors and calibrate the data collected from the devices.
  • Perform maintenance on previously installed monitoring systems in the network.
  • Troubleshoot problem components and replace faulty parts (on- and off-site).
  • Be prepared to work in all types of weather conditions.
  • Locating acceptable monitor sites and establishing relationship with landowners.
  • Heavy use of field service tracking software like Salesforce (inventory, job tracking and customer/contract management)

Qualifications

This job might be for you if

  • You are highly motivated, organized, enjoy traveling, and working outdoors.
  • Are good at being prepared and thinking outside of the box.
  • You can balance a good mix of working on the road and working from home.
  • Enjoy hands on, technical work that will include the installation and maintenance of energy industry sensors.
  • Are comfortable dealing with private landowners and negotiating easement/lease agreements.
  • Able to handle the primary region of the SE United States, secondary the West Coast. Atlanta is a major airline hub, this position will be flying often. Weekday travel only, home every weekend.
  • Want to be part of a very strong team, that has weekly meetings and frequent communication.

Qualifications

  • Operations and technical work experience or a bachelor's degree.
  • You need to be capable of working independently and traveling during the workweek.
  • You must be motivated, conscientious, highly organized, and comfortable performing within deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and attention to detail.
  • You MUST have a safe driving record and valid driver's license.
  • Be able to lift 50lbs
  • You should have experience with common hand tools (drills, screwdriver, pliers, multimeter, sockets/wrenches)

 Company Provides:

  • Company truck (Enterprise rental)
  • Laptop, working station, mobile phone, tools and other items to make remote working possible.
  • All travel costs covered.

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Additional Information

Wood Mackenzie Core Values

Wood Mackenzie is a place where we are committed to supporting our people to grow and thrive. We value different perspectives and aspire to create an inclusive environment which encourages diversity and fosters a sense of belonging. 

Wood Mackenzie values each individual's contribution and helps them reach their full potential while sustaining an organisational culture of health and well-being.

Our core values are:

  • Respect for the Individual
  • Integrity
  • Passion
  • Persistence
  • Confidence with humility
  • Excellence
  • Teamwork

We understand the importance of bringing your whole self to work and to achieving balance between work, family and other life commitments.  We are open to considering flexible working arrangements to enable the greatest spectrum of talent to contribute to Wood Mackenzie's success.

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