Senior Field Engineer

Responsibilities

• Independently perform acceptance, maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning testing of electrical power equipment and systems.
• Test, inspect, evaluate, troubleshoot, maintain, and document: Low-, medium-, and high-voltage switchgear, protective relays, power transformers, instrument transformers, circuit breakers, motor control centers, automatic transfer switches, power cables, battery systems, grounding systems, protective and control systems.
• Analyze test data and determine equipment condition, serviceability, and recommended corrective actions.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting of electrical power systems and equipment.
• Lead field activities on assigned projects and coordinate work with customers, project managers, and subcontractors.
• Review project specifications, testing procedures, one-line diagrams, and construction documents.
• Prepare and review field reports, test documentation, deficiency reports, and technical recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, customer requirements, OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E requirements, and industry standards.
• Conduct jobsite safety meetings, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and pre-task planning activities.
• Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to Testing Technician I and Testing Technician II personnel.
• Serve as a technical resource for customers and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in electrical testing, commissioning, field service, industrial maintenance, utility operations, power generation, data center operations, or related electrical power systems work.
• Demonstrated experience independently performing electrical testing and troubleshooting activities.
• Strong understanding of: Electrical theory, AC and DC power systems, protective relaying, power distribution systems, power quality concepts, electrical equipment operation and maintenance.
• Working knowledge of: NETA Acceptance Testing Specifications (ATS), NETA Maintenance Testing Specifications (MTS), IEEE standards, ANSI standards, NEC requirements, OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E.
• Experience interpreting and evaluating electrical test results.
• Experience using advanced electrical testing equipment and diagnostic instruments.
• Strong written communication skills with ability to prepare professional technical reports.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel up to 75% based on project and customer requirements.

About the Role

This role serves as a key field resource supporting project execution, customer relationships, technical quality, and operational excellence. The Senior Testing Technician performs testing activities independently, analyzes and evaluates equipment condition, develops technical recommendations, oversees safety compliance, and provides guidance and mentorship to Testing Technicians I and II.