NETA Field Engineer III/IV — HV Testing Lead

High Voltage Maintenance Corporation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 125,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base compensation up to $110/hour

Signing bonus up to $15,000

Company vehicle

Per diem and travel bonus

NETA certification reimbursement

401(k) with profit sharing

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Tools and equipment provided

Professional development/tuition

Career progression paths

Referral bonuses

PTO and holiday schedule

Job summary

Vertiv (ERS / HVM) is seeking a Field Engineer – Electrical Testing (NETA Level III/IV) in Texas with extensive HV testing experience. You will perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on electrical power systems and equipment up to 500kV, lead test studies, and mentor field technicians.

Travel up to 75% is required and compensation reflects certification level and performance. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, signing bonuses, and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• NETA Level III or IV Certification (current and in good standing).
• 7+ years of hands-on electrical testing experience in medium/high voltage environments.
• Expert knowledge of NETA MTS and ATS standards.
• Proficiency with test equipment: Doble, Megger, Omicron, Dranetz, SKF, and equivalent.
• Strong understanding of protective relay schemes and coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret one- and three-line diagrams, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel regionally (up to 75%).

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, and microprocessor-based).
• Perform insulation resistance, power factor, and contact resistance testing on transformers, switchgear, cables, and circuit breakers.
• Interpret and analyze test results; author comprehensive engineering reports with findings and recommendations.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical system failures under time-critical conditions.
• Mentor and train Level I/II technicians in the field.
• Serve as technical lead on multi-discipline project teams.
• Maintain compliance with NETA MTS/ATS standards, NFPA 70E, and OSHA safety requirements.

Skills

Electrical testing

Protective relays knowledge

Reading diagrams

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

Power systems engineering degree

Tools

Doble

Megger

Omicron

Dranetz

SKF

Job description

Vertiv (ERS / HVM) is seeking a Field Engineer – Electrical Testing (NETA Level III/IV) in Texas with extensive HV testing experience. You will perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on electrical power systems and equipment up to 500kV, lead test studies, and mentor field technicians.

Travel up to 75% is required and compensation reflects certification level and performance. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, signing bonuses, and opportunities for career