ERS NETA Electrical Testing Technician - Cedar Rapids, IA

Vertiv Group Corporation; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Group Corporation is seeking a capable Electrical Engineering professional to troubleshoot, test, and inspect electrical apparatus. You will lead project efforts, supervise technical work, and develop detailed project reports for billing and documentation.

The role requires strong knowledge of switchgear testing to 15 kV, experience with NEC and industry standards, and willingness to travel up to 50% for out-of-town engagements and occasional international assignments.

Qualifications

• Graduate Engineer with BSEE or BSME and no experience, or equivalent combinations.
• Electrical background through tech school or military with minimum three years’ related work experience.
• Knowledge of NEC and industry standards (OSHA, NFPA).
• NETA exam is preferred.
• Strong understanding of switchgear testing up to 15 kV.
• Good writing and verbal communication with clients and peers.
• Ability to work flexible hours, travel up to several weeks, including out-of-town and international.
• Willingness to supervise projects with technical and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Test and maintain electrical power distribution systems across projects.
• Lead on projects with some technical supervision.
• Prepare detailed reports and ensure accurate job billing.
• Assist in complex analysis for equipment labeling per standards.
• Engage in business development and client proposals including scope and pricing.

Skills

Electrical testing

Documentation

Communication

Project supervision

Microsoft Word

Engineering knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

BSEE/BSME

Electrical Tech School

High school equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Computer-controlled test equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Troubleshoot, test, and inspect electrical apparatus. Perform as “lead” person on projects. Perform other assignments as required. Position requires some technical supervision.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems.
• Troubleshooting capabilities, simple relay calibration, use of load recording instrumentation, low and medium voltage switchgear testing through 15 kV class.
• Test and troubleshoot moderately complex electrical systems, simple relay systems and power metering.
• May perform simple power system studies including short circuit and protective device coordination.
• Write complete, detailed reports promptly at end of project using a computer, and accurately process job billing.
• May perform complex analysis and evaluative tasks necessary to complete equipment labeling projects consistent with recognized industry and international standards, local jurisdiction requirements and Company procedures.
• Take an active role in business development and expansion.
• Perform all functions pertaining to a written job proposal to a client, including estimate of man-hours and expenses, and development of scope and pricing and accurate when judged over time; sought out by others for advice and solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear, and smell.
• Frequently required to sit, climb, and balance. Specific vision abilities required by this jobinclude close vision, distance vision, basic color differentiation and the ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move 100-pound test sets.
• Valid Driver’s License.

TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED

• 50%,

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Graduate Engineer BSEE or BSME and no experience. OR Graduate of applicable
• Electrical Technical School or Military equivalent and three years minimum same or similar
• work experience. OR High school education or equivalent and four years minimum same
• or similar work experience.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and various industry standards, such as OSHA and NFPA.
• Passed NETA (National Electrical Testing Association) exam.
• Strong background and experience in all types of switchgear testing through the 15 kV class.
• Good theoretical understanding of electrical power systems.
• Communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, with clients and peers.
• Good judgment, dependable, supervises projects with technical expertise and good business management skills.
• Strong computer skills including editing, formatting, and using templates in Microsoft Word, use of Internet for standards/products/manufacturer research, and operation of computer-controlled test equipment.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and night work. Must be available for out of-town and international travel of up to several weeks.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL EMBRACE VERTIV’S CORE PRINCIPLES & BEHAVIORS TO HELP EXECUTE OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES

Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture
• CustomerFocus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

VERTIVBEHAVIORS

• Ownit
• Actwith urgency
• Foster acustomer-first mindset
• Thinkbigandexecute
• Lead byexample
• Drivecontinuous improvement
• Learn andseek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication

ABOUT VERTIV

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail].