Sr Field Service Engineer

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About the role

This role supports the Electrification Automation (EA) business by delivering hands-on field expertise for low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems. The Senior Field Service Engineer will lead installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities for complex electrical equipment while supporting customers across North America. This is a highly technical, travel-focused role requiring deep protection and control experience in industrial and utility environments. The position will be based in Reno, NV.

Responsibilities

• Installing, testing, commissioning, and starting up low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment (480V–38kV) at customer sites
• Developing and executing test plans for complex protection and control relay systems, including troubleshooting and system validation
• Performing hands-on commissioning and troubleshooting using relay testing equipment and software tools (e.g., Omicron, Doble, DIGSI, Protection Suite)
• Supporting protection and control systems from multiple manufacturers, including Siemens SIPROTEC, SEL, and GE Multilin
• Developing switching procedures, methods of procedure (MOPs), and providing guidance on electrical safety practices
• Supporting greenfield and brownfield installations, warranty responses, maintenance activities, and retrofit projects across the U.S.
• Documenting work performed, test results, and system conditions through clear technical reporting

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 8+ years of experience with the following:
  • Low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems, including switchgear
  • Protection and control relay commissioning and troubleshooting
  • Relay testing equipment and software (e.g., Omicron test sets, Doble 6150, DIGSI, Protection Suite)
  • Electrical control circuit troubleshooting and equipment condition assessment
  • Field-based commissioning and testing in industrial, utility, or power distribution environments
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 80% (national travel)
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (preferred)
• 10+ years of field service experience commissioning and troubleshooting power distribution systems (preferred)
• Experience with high-voltage or SF6 gas circuit breakers (preferred)
• Relevant certifications or safety training (e.g., NICET, NETA, OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, MSHA 46/48, TWIC) (preferred)
• Experience supporting large-scale industrial, utility, or data center power projects (preferred)

Pay

$91,463 – $156,794