NETA III/IV Electrical Field Engineer - Power Testing Lead

Vertiv Corporation; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 91,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Company vehicle

Per diem

401(k) with profit sharing

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Tools & equipment provided

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Field Engineer - Electrical Testing (NETA Level III/IV) to perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on electrical power systems up to 500kV. The role requires regional travel (up to 75%) and offers a robust compensation package with overtime, signing bonus, and company-provided tools and vehicle.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years of HV testing experience, NETA MTS/ATS expertise, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• NETA Level III or Level 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-line diagrams, 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

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a Field Engineer - Electrical Testing (NETA Level III/IV) to perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on electrical power systems up to 500kV. The role requires regional travel (up to 75%) and offers a robust compensation package with overtime, signing bonus, and company-provided tools and vehicle.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years of HV testing experience, NETA MTS/ATS expertise, and a valid driver's license.