Lead Electrical Testing Tech (15 kV) | 50% Travel

Electrical Reliability Services, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a lead electrical engineer to troubleshoot, test, and inspect electrical power distribution systems in the United States. You will perform as the lead on projects with some supervision, including relay calibration, test equipment setup, and detailed client reporting.

Responsibilities include preparing estimates, developing project proposals, and contributing to business development while ensuring compliance with NEC, OSHA, NFPA, and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate Engineer BSEE or BSME and no experience OR Graduate of Electrical Technical School or Military equivalent and three years minimum same 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems.
• Troubleshooting capabilities, simple relay calibration, use of load recording instrumentation, low and medium voltage switchgear testing through 15 kV class.
• 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.

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a lead electrical engineer to troubleshoot, test, and inspect electrical power distribution systems in the United States. You will perform as the lead on projects with some supervision, including relay calibration, test equipment setup, and detailed client reporting.

Responsibilities include preparing estimates, developing project proposals, and contributing to business development while ensuring compliance with NEC, OSHA, NFPA, and industry standards.