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

Vertiv Co; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay up to $95/hour

OT & double-time policies

Signing bonus up to $10,000

Company vehicle

Per diem

NETA level-up bonus

401(k) with profit sharing

Medical coverage

Tools & equipment provided

Tuition reimbursement

Career progression

Referral bonuses

PTO

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Field Engineer – Electrical Testing to lead acceptance, commissioning, and testing of high-voltage power systems across multiple sites. You’ll perform detailed studies, calibrate protective relays, and deliver comprehensive reports while mentoring junior technicians.

A strong safety record and travel readiness are required. The role offers top-tier OT, signing bonuses, a company vehicle, and robust benefits including 401(k) and tuition reimbursement, with clear paths to

Qualifications

• NETA Level III or IV certification current and in good standing.
• 7+ years hands-on electrical testing in medium/high voltage.
• Expert knowledge of NETA MTS/ATS standards.
• Proficiency with test equipment: Doble, Megger, Omicron, Dranetz, SKF.
• Strong understanding of protective relay schemes and coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret one-line/three-line diagrams and P&IDs.

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, microprocessor).
• Perform insulation resistance, power factor, and contact resistance tests on transformers, switchgear, cables, and breakers.
• Interpret test results and author engineering reports with findings and recommendations.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical system failures under time-critical conditions.
• Mentor Level I/II technicians in the field; serve as technical lead on projects.
• Ensure compliance with NETA MTS/ATS, NFPA 70E, OSHA.

Skills

NETA Level III/IV Certification

Electrical testing

Protective relay schemes

Diagrams interpretation (one-line, P&l

Valid driver's license

Education

Power systems engineering degree

NICET certification

Tools

Doble

Megger

Omicron

Dranetz

SKF testing gear

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a Field Engineer – Electrical Testing to lead acceptance, commissioning, and testing of high-voltage power systems across multiple sites. You’ll perform detailed studies, calibrate protective relays, and deliver comprehensive reports while mentoring junior technicians.

A strong safety record and travel readiness are required. The role offers top-tier OT, signing bonuses, a company vehicle, and robust benefits including 401(k) and tuition reimbursement, with clear paths to