Field Testing Director - Power Systems Leadership

talisman; United States; Remote; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

talisman is seeking a Director of Field-Testing Engineering who will own field-testing strategy, lead senior engineering teams, and stay hands-on with customers in the field. This role blends executive influence with deep technical credibility, enabling autonomy and tangible impact on critical power systems projects.

The role requires guiding field testing and commissioning, mentoring engineers, and driving growth through strategic field insights while maintaining a strong safety and quality

Qualifications

• 10+ years in field testing, commissioning, or on-site engineering; 5+ in leadership.
• Proven track record leading teams on complex customer projects in the field.
• Hands-on with Omicron, Doble, Megger and other industry-standard testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own all field testing operations, aligning with customer requirements and project goals.
• Set the technical authority for rigor, safety, and best practices across field activities.
• Build and execute strategic field-testing plans to fuel new customer acquisition and support projects.
• Be the expert with customers—on-site troubleshooting, real-time problem-solving, and building trust for long-term partnerships.
• Mentor and grow field engineering teams to foster technical excellence and customer focus.
• Draft proposals, scope projects, estimate labor/equipment costs, and manage logistics end-to-end.
• Partner with sales, product, and engineering leadership to turn field insight into growth.
• Continuously push field testing methodology and innovation.

Skills

Field testing leadership

Customer engagement

Strategic planning

Team mentorship

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

Omicron

Doble

Megger

Job description

talisman is seeking a Director of Field-Testing Engineering who will own field-testing strategy, lead senior engineering teams, and stay hands-on with customers in the field. This role blends executive influence with deep technical credibility, enabling autonomy and tangible impact on critical power systems projects.

The role requires guiding field testing and commissioning, mentoring engineers, and driving growth through strategic field insights while maintaining a strong safety and quality