ERS-NETA Electrical Testing Technician - Dallas, TX

Vertiv Group Corporation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Group Corporation in Dallas, TX is seeking a Graduate Engineer to lead testing and inspection of electrical power distribution equipment, with responsibility to supervise projects and coordinate with clients.

The role requires travel up to 50% and familiarity with NEC, OSHA, NFPA, and experience with switchgear testing. Strong communication, reporting, and business-discussion skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Knowledge of NEC and industrial standards (OSHA/NFPA).
• Willing to travel up to 50% and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems.
• Lead project on-site and prepare reports and billing.
• Travel as required and contribute to client proposals with scope and pricing.

Skills

Project supervision

Client communication

Word formatting

Test equipment operation

Research skills

Time management

Education

BSEE

BSME

Electrical Tech School

Military equivalent

High school diploma

Tools

MS 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.
• Trou…
• 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.

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