Electrical Field Inspection & Testing Engineer

Kinectrics Inc.; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO (paid time off)

401(k) retirement plan with 5% match

Job summary

Kinectrics AES, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Field Inspection & Testing Engineer to support power generation, substations, and transmission systems across Texas. The role blends electrical inspections, regulatory compliance, and field testing/commissioning support for U.S.

projects; remote position with heavy travel (50-60%), ideally based in Dallas/Ft. Worth or Houston. You'll perform inspections, lead compliance audits (ERCOT/Weather Emergency Preparedness), identify risks, develop technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience in power systems.
• 7+ years of experience in power generation, transmission, or substation environments.
• Strong knowledge of power system equipment, testing, and maintenance practices.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and technical documents.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical inspections of renewable plants, substations, and transmission assets.
• Lead and execute compliance audits (ERCOT / Weather Emergency Preparedness / regulatory standards).
• Identify non-compliance risks, equipment deficiencies, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop technical reports and track corrective actions.
• Support electrical testing & commissioning (cable testing, grounding, field diagnostics).
• Coordinate multi-site field activities and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Interface with clients and stakeholders, providing clear project updates.

Skills

Electrical inspections

Regulatory compliance

Field testing

Reporting

Multi-site coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Electrical Field Inspection & Testing Engineer

Join Kinectrics as an Electrical Inspection & Compliance Engineer supporting power generation, substations, and transmission systems across Texas. This role blends electrical inspections, regulatory compliance, and field testing/commissioning support across U.S. projects.

This is a remote position, for someone ideally located in Dallas/Ft. Worth or Houston, and open to heavy travel (50-60%), primarily within the state of TX.

Why Join Us

Opportunity to work on critical grid reliability and renewable energy infrastructure while growing across inspection, testing, and engineering services.

What We Offer

Kinectrics AES, Inc. offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and financial security of our employees, which includes:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance coverage
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 5% company match
• Additional wellness and employee support programs

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical inspections of renewable plants, substations, and transmission assets
• Lead and execute compliance audits (ERCOT / Weather Emergency Preparedness / regulatory standards)
• Identify non-compliance risks, equipment deficiencies, and improvement opportunities
• Develop technical reports and track corrective actions
• Support electrical testing & commissioning (cable testing, grounding, field diagnostics)
• Coordinate multi-site field activities and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Interface with clients and stakeholders, providing clear project updates

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience in power systems)
• 7+ years in power generation, transmission, or substation environments
• Strong knowledge of power system equipment, testing, and maintenance practices
• Ability to read electrical drawings and technical documents
• Excellent communication and reporting skills

Preferred

• Experience with compliance inspections, audits, or NERC/ERCOT standards
• Background in electrical testing, commissioning, or diagnostics

Location & Travel

• Based in Texas
• Travel required (regional & U.S., including overnight)

About Kinectrics AES, Inc.

Kinectrics AES, Inc. is a U.S.-based subsidiary of Kinectrics and a recognized leader in providing engineering, testing, inspection, and lifecycle management services to the energy and utility industry. Trusted by clients across North America and globally, Kinectrics is known for technical excellence, innovation, and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and reliability.

Employee surveys consistently rank Kinectrics as one of the best places to work. While this means different things to different people, it reflects our reputation for attracting and retaining some of the best and brightest minds in the energy and utility sector. Our employees value the meaningful work we do, the collaborative culture we foster, and the opportunity to grow alongside industry leaders on complex, impactful projects.

With over 1,000 engineers, scientists, and technical experts worldwide, independent laboratories and testing facilities, and a diverse range of field inspection capabilities, Kinectrics supports customers throughout the entire lifecycle of their assets from design and testing through deployment, operation, and maintenance.

Kinectrics AES, Inc. supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.