Field Service Engineer - Power Distribution & Relays

Siemens; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Field Service Engineer for Northern Virginia (Leesburg, Manassas, Sterling) to install, test, commission, and startup low- and medium-voltage equipment across the U.S. You will troubleshoot relays (SEL, GE Multilin, SIPROTEC) and support projects with field reports and customer training.

The role requires 4+ years in electrical power systems, travel up to 80%, and a U.S. work authorization. Shielded by Siemens' global expertise, you'll contribute to reliable power delivery.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in field-based commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical power systems.
• Experience with protection and control relays and related configuration software.
• Familiarity with Omicron and Doble relay test equipment.
• Ability to travel up to 80% domestically.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, commission, and startup LV/MV power distribution equipment.
• Troubleshoot protection relays and verify system performance.
• Analyze test results and document findings in field reports.
• Provide technical support and training to customers and teams.
• Travel frequently to sites across the U.S.

Skills

Field-based commissioning

Protection and control relays

Relay testing equipment

LV/MV switchgear

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Omicron test sets

Doble test sets

Relay configuration software

Job description

Siemens is seeking a Field Service Engineer for Northern Virginia (Leesburg, Manassas, Sterling) to install, test, commission, and startup low- and medium-voltage equipment across the U.S. You will troubleshoot relays (SEL, GE Multilin, SIPROTEC) and support projects with field reports and customer training.

The role requires 4+ years in electrical power systems, travel up to 80%, and a U.S. work authorization. Shielded by Siemens' global expertise, you'll contribute to reliable power delivery.