Electrical Testing Field Engineer 2
We are seeking an Electrical Testing Field Engineer 2 to perform acceptance testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of electrical power systems and protective relaying equipment. This is a full-time position with opportunities available in both Northern Virginia and Quincy, Washington
.
The role offers the opportunity to work with advanced electrical testing equipment, support critical infrastructure projects, and contribute to complex power system installation
s.
Note: At this time we are unable to consider third-party candidates or those requiring sponsorship. US citizenship is requir
- ed.
What You'll DoInstall, program, test, maintain, and troubleshoot protective relaying and metering syst - ems.Perform acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical power systems in accordance with industry standa
- rds.Conduct protective relay testing, calibration, programming, and commissioning activit
- ies.Perform circuit breaker and switchgear testing, including timing, primary injection, and secondary injection test
- ing.Test transformers, including turns ratio, insulation resistance, and power factor test
- ing.Analyze test results and electrical diagrams to identify equipment issues and determine corrective acti
- ons.Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform root cause analysis on system failu
- res.Coordinate testing, repairs, and maintenance activities with other technical person
- nel.Install, maintain, repair, and program relays and associated electrical equipm
- ent.Commission new relay and metering installati
- ons.Perform maintenance and testing on standby generators, display meters, and related equipm
- ent.Prepare detailed testing reports and documentation for client review and compliance purpo
- ses.Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and PPE requireme
- nts.Participate in emergency call-out activities as requi
- red.Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior technicians when nee
- ded.Perform other duties and special projects as assig
- ned.
What You'll BringHigh school diploma or GED with 4+ years of relevant electrical experienc
e, ORAssociate degree with 2+ years of relevant electrical experienc
e, ORBachelor's degree with 1+ year of relevant electrical experi
- ence.Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving re
- cord.Experience performing electrical testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance activi
- ties.Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical man
- uals.Knowledge of ANSI, IEEE, NETA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA electrical standards and safety pract
- ices.Experience with protective relays, circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, and related electrical equip
- ment.Experience using electrical test equipment such as Doble, Omicron, Megger, Vanguard, and Fluke instrum
- ents.Understanding of insulation resistance, power factor, contact resistance, and Hi-Pot testing proced
- ures.Knowledge of medium- and high-voltage electrical sys
- tems.Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and analytical sk
- ills.Ability to work independently while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and qua
- lity.Willingness to travel and work in industrial, utility, and data center environm
- ents.
Bonus Points ForNETA or NICET certific - ation.OEM-certified field service tra
- ining.Experience supporting medium- and high-voltage systems up to
- 500kV.Experience performing arc flash hazard ana
- lysis.Previous experience mentoring junior techni
- cians.
Physical RequirementsAbility to lift and move up to 50 pounds on a regular - basis.Ability to relocate a 12-foot ladder without assi
- stance.Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet and safely use ladders, scaffolds, catwalks, and aerial
- lifts.Ability to walk, climb, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead on a routine
- basis.Ability to distinguish colors, communicate effectively in English, and work safely in active electrical enviro
- nments.Ability to recognize potential equipment and system issues and respond appropr
iately.