NETA III/IV Field Engineer — HV Electrical Testing Lead

Vertiv Corporation; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 79,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus up to $10,000

Company vehicle

Per diem

401(k) with profit sharing

Medical coverage

Tools provided

Certification reimbursement

Career progression

Referral bonuses

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Vertiv Corporation 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. You will conduct studies, calibrate relays, and prepare detailed reports while mentoring junior technicians.

The role offers substantial travel (up to 75%), a comprehensive benefits package, and a clear path from Field Engineer to leadership roles within Vertiv's ERS/HVM groups.

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-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

Skills

Electrical testing

High voltage systems

Reading diagrams

Mentoring

Tools

Doble

Megger

Omicron

Dranetz

SKF

Job description

Vertiv Corporation 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. You will conduct studies, calibrate relays, and prepare detailed reports while mentoring junior technicians.

The role offers substantial travel (up to 75%), a comprehensive benefits package, and a clear path from Field Engineer to leadership roles within Vertiv's ERS/HVM groups.