Field Technician - Senior (63009)

NEI Electric Power Engineering; Lakewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium benefits

401(k) matching

Annual bonuses

Paid time off

Licensure paid

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work

Career development

Pet insurance

Job summary

NEI Electric Power Engineering seeks a Senior Field Technician for Field Services, available in remote or Lakewood, CO. The role involves field testing, commissioning, and supporting design activities under engineers’ supervision.

The position requires 3+ years of substation testing, NETA/NICET certification, and strong MS Office skills. Travel is significant, and the company offers comprehensive benefits and a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates preferred.
• 3+ years of Substation Testing Experience.
• NETA II/III or NICET II certification required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Strong independent judgement and client interaction skills.
• Experience leading highly technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Performs equipment, control system testing, troubleshooting, relay testing, start-up and commissioning services.
• Lead team of varying skill levels for multiple markets and scopes.
• Mentors less experienced field staff ensuring quality.
• Attends construction meetings, manages RFIs, and coordinates with engineers and clients.
• Prepares field testing, troubleshooting, investigation, and construction progress reports.
• Assists in detailed design of Electric Power Systems and reviews work of others.

Skills

Substation testing

Project leadership

MS Office

English proficiency

Team mentoring

Client relations

Education

2 Year Degree

NETA II/III or NICET II

Tools

AutoCAD

EasyPower

ETAP

SKM

Omicron test equipment

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: SeniorJob Location: Remote or Lakewood CO - Lakewood, CO 80215Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeSalary Range: $45.00 - $70.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: Significant: 51 - 100%Job Shift: Day

Field Technician – Field Services

Senior-Level

About MC&I

Mission Critical & Industrials (MC&I) is a growing consulting and engineering arm of NEI focused on the design and delivery of complex electrical infrastructure for demanding environments, including data centers, oil & gas operations and large-scale commercial and industrial facilities. MC&I supports high-impact infrastructure projects for clients, some of whom rank in the top ten of their respective industry segments across North America. The group combines the momentum of a team that is actively building with the stability of an established firm with more than 40 years of industry presence and over 300 engineers. Engineers remain engaged across the full project lifecycle, from early concept and planning through detailed design and execution support. The work emphasizes sound judgment, strong client relationships, and practical business thinking. MC&I offers an environment where engineers can contribute ideas, build lasting professional relationships, and help shape a long-term legacy of engineering excellence.

About the Position

As a senior-level Field Technician in the Field Services group, you will be responsible for providing Engineering Field Services as well as assisting with Engineering Design and Analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer in a manner that provides the client with quality service that is on time and within budget.

Hourly Range: $45-70 / hr

The hourly range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.

This opportunity is available to local / in-office (Lakewood, CO) and full-time remote candidates.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs equipment, control system, communications, troubleshooting, relay testing, start-up, and commissioning services
• Lead team of varying skill levels for multiple markets and scopes
• Provides guidance and mentors less experienced field staff while ensuring quality
• Provides onsite construction support and supervision; attends construction meetings, assist with construction RFIs, questions, and design updates; assists with project scheduling, coordination between Engineers, Owners, Vendors, Contractors, and other parties; verifies compliance with designs
• Prepares field testing, troubleshooting, investigation, and construction progress reports
• Programs, wires, and installs protective relaying and control systems
• Programs, installs, and tests communications, SCADA, and PLC systems
• Assist in detailed design of all aspects of Electric Power Systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, writing of equipment specifications, project and construction cost estimates, and project scheduling
• Reviews the work of Designers, Drafters, and Field Service Personnel for general quality and accuracy, as required
• Maintains a thorough understanding and applications of applicable Codes and Standards
• Maintains strong and responsive Company-Client relationships
• Maintains high ethical and professional standards
• Expected to work additional time beyond 40 hours/week as required to complete projects, proposals and/or administrative functions
• Attend conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
• Attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Must Have

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associates preferred
• Experience: 3+ years of Substation Testing Experience
• Licensure/Certifications: (NETA II / III or NICET II)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and other computer software
• Professional, articulate, and able to exercise good independent judgement and discretion
• Experience leading highly technical projects
• Highly organized, motivated self-starter
• Proven record of delivering a high standard of quality work with exceptional attention to detail
• Comfortable working with ambiguity and creating systems and plans where there are none
• Flexible and able to adapt to a fast-paced environment with a quickly growing team
• Good interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills; ability to interact successfully with Clients, Contractors, Vendors and at all levels of the organization; demonstrates high emotional intelligence
• Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
• A strong command of the English language
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Nice to Have

• Proficiency with AutoCAD and power system software such as EasyPower, ETAP or SKM
• Experience with Omicron test equipment preferred
• SEL equipment installation and configuration, RTAC experience is a plus
• Experience with configuring, testing, and commissioning IEC61850, DNP3, MODBUS, and/or other SCADA protocols
• Relay / SCADA panel wiring experience in a substation environment

Working Conditions

Work Environment

Work is performed in the field setting and some office work is also required

Travel

Frequent: 50 – 75%

Managerial Responsibility

Must be able to lift 50lbs.

Team Member is responsible for managing their own work schedule with input from their supervisor and completing assigned tasks.

Team Member should identify discrepancies in assigned work and bring to attention of supervisor or engineer responsible for the project in a timely manner. Team Member’s work product should be self-checked in a manner that is suitable for review by the supervisor or engineer responsible for the project.

About NEI Electric Power Engineering

Serving Others. Enriching Environment. Improving Continually. Quality Results. Voted as a top workplace by the Denver Post for four straight years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023), our values have been woven into the fabric of who we are since 1982, guiding our decision making throughout the years. As an engineering services firm, NEI’s mission is to create a great organization that serves people and solves problems.

Since NEI’s founding, we have developed a culture of collaboration and accountability across our teams and departments, and externally with our clients across the United States. We believe in two core ideas: hiring great people and celebrating our team members diverse background and unique experiences; bringing in new, unique, and exciting perspectives that can only strengthen NEI as we chart out path into the future.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.

Team Member Benefits

• 100% Employer paid team member premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching; 100% immediate vesting
• Annual & discretionary bonus programs
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer paid licensure (FE/PE), certifications, seminars, & conferences
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Eight (8) paid holidays including a floating holiday to use at your discretion
• Annual Team Building
• Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility
• Career development, training, and coaching opportunities
• Pet insurance

NEI Electric Power Engineering participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your completed Form I-9 to confirm your work authorization in the United States.