Electrical Testing Field Engineer (NETA III/IV) – 75% Travel

Vertiv Corporation; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing Bonus up to $10,000

Company Vehicle (Ford F150)

Per Diem travel allowance

401(k) with profit sharing

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Vertiv (ERS / HVM) is seeking a Field Engineer - Electrical Testing with NETA Level III/IV certification to execute acceptance, commissioning and maintenance testing on high voltage power systems up to 500kV. You will support regionally/nationally with robust field mentorship and leadership opportunities.

The role offers substantial travel (up to 75%), competitive hourly compensation, bonus potential, and full benefits including 401(k) with profit sharing and professional development support.

Qualifications

• NETA Level III or IV certification (current and in good standing).
• 7+ years of hands-on electrical testing experience in medium/high voltage environments.
• Expert knowledge of NETA MTS and ATS standards.
• Proficiency with test equipment: Doble, Megger, Omicron, Dranetz, SKF, and equivalent.
• Strong understanding of protective relay schemes and coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel regionally (up to 75%).

Responsibilities

• Perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on electrical power systems and equipment up to 500kV.
• Conduct power system studies including short circuit, coordination, arc flash, and power quality analysis.
• Test and calibrate protective relays (electromechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor-based).
• Perform insulation resistance, power factor, and contact resistance testing on transformers, switchgear, cables, and circuit breakers.
• Interpret and analyze test results; author comprehensive engineering reports with findings and recommendations.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical system failures under time-critical conditions.
• Mentor and train Level I/II technicians in the field.
• Serve as technical lead on multi-discipline project teams.
• Maintain compliance with NETA MTS/ATS standards, NFPA 70E, and OSHA safety requirements.

Skills

NETA Level III/IV

Electrical testing

Protective relays

Test equipment

Travel readiness

Education

Electrical engineering degree (preferred)

Tools

Doble

Megger

Omicron

Dranetz

SKF

Job description

Vertiv (ERS / HVM) is seeking a Field Engineer - Electrical Testing with NETA Level III/IV certification to execute acceptance, commissioning and maintenance testing on high voltage power systems up to 500kV. You will support regionally/nationally with robust field mentorship and leadership opportunities.

The role offers substantial travel (up to 75%), competitive hourly compensation, bonus potential, and full benefits including 401(k) with profit sharing and professional development support.