Electrical Field Engineer - West Texas

Vertiv Group Corporation; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking Field Service Engineers to test, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical power distribution systems at customer data centers nationwide. You'll spend your first two years in the field mastering switchgear testing through 15 kV, relay calibration, and power system studies, while earning your NETA certification and building the foundation for future leadership.

This role offers a direct pipeline to leadership, with potential to move into Technical Sales, Supervising Engineer, or

Qualifications

• BSEE required.
• Willingness to travel ~50%.
• NETA certification training provided in field.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Test, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical power distribution systems at customer data centers.
• Lead field projects and coordinate with clients and internal teams.
• Develop leadership path into Technical Sales, Supervising Engineer, or Service Center Manager.

Skills

Hands-on electrical testing

Project management

Leadership

Business development

Education

BSEE (Electrical Engineering)

Job description

The Opportunity

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) is hiring Field Service Engineers to test, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical power distribution systems at customer data centers nationwide. You'll spend your first 2 years in the field mastering switchgear testing through 15 kV, relay calibration, power system studies, and project management — while earning your NETA certification and building the technical + business foundation for long-term leadership. BSEE required. ~50% travel. Flexible hours including weekends/nights.

Where This Takes You

This role is a direct pipeline to leadership. After your field foundation, you'll fast-track into Technical Sales, Supervising Engineer, or Service Center Manager — owning teams, client relationships, and regional operations.

Apply If You Are...

• An EE grad seeking leadership opportunities early in your career
• Excited about hands-on electrical testing, project management, and business development
• Ready to earn your NETA certification and ride the wave of AI-driven data center growth
• Looking to build a career — not just take a job

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this position.