NETA Level III/Level IV Electrical Testing Te

National Electrical Engineering Consultants LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Travel and per diem

Company benefits

Job summary

National Electrical Engineering & Commissioning (NEEC) is seeking a NETA Level III or Level IV Electrical Testing Technician to perform and lead acceptance, commissioning, maintenance, and diagnostic testing of power equipment at substations and BESS projects across the United States.

Ideal candidates will have extensive field-testing experience, strong understanding of NETA standards, and the ability to mentor junior technicians while coordinating with customers and engineers.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems and testing principles.
• Experience testing medium- and/or high-voltage equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and one-line diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform acceptance, commissioning, maintenance, and diagnostic testing per ANSI/NETA ATS and MTS standards.
• Interpret test results and identify abnormal equipment conditions.
• Prepare accurate field documentation and technical test reports.
• Coordinate testing activities with customers, engineers, OEMs, and project teams.

Skills

Electrical testing

HV testing

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Documentation

Safety practices

Education

NETA Level III/IV certification

Tools

Doble

Megger

Omicron

Vanguard

Job description

National Electrical Engineering & Commissioning (NEEC)

Position: NETA Level III or Level IV Electrical Testing Technician

Employment Type: Full-Time

Travel: Extensive travel required – projects throughout the United States

Compensation: Competitive salary based on NETA certification, experience, and technical capabilities, plus travel/per diem and company benefits

About NEEC

National Electrical Engineering & Commissioning (NEEC) is a rapidly growing electrical testing and commissioning company specializing in utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Protection & Control (P&C), and electrical apparatus testing. NEEC supports utilities, EPCs, developers, and equipment manufacturers across the United States. Our teams provide commissioning, acceptance testing, troubleshooting, energization support, and testing of medium- and high-voltage electrical systems. We are looking for experienced NETA Level III and Level IV Certified Technicians to join our growing Apparatus Testing and Commissioning team.

Position Summary

The NETA Level III / Level IV Technician will perform and lead acceptance, commissioning, maintenance, and diagnostic testing of electrical power equipment at substations, generation facilities, utility-scale BESS projects, and other industrial and utility facilities. The ideal candidate has strong field-testing experience, understands NETA testing requirements, can independently troubleshoot electrical equipment, and is comfortable working directly with customers, engineers, manufacturers, and other commissioning personnel. Level IV candidates should also be capable of leading major testing projects, supervising multiple crews, reviewing technical results, and providing technical direction to other technicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform acceptance, commissioning, maintenance, and diagnostic testing in accordance with applicable ANSI/NETA ATS and MTS standards
• Perform electrical testing on medium- and high-voltage equipment, including:
  • Power transformers
  • Circuit breakers
  • Switchgear
  • Instrument transformers (CTs and PTs)
  • Protective relays
  • Grounding systems
  • Cables
  • Batteries and DC systems
  • Motors and generators, when applicable
  • Other substation and power-distribution equipment
• Perform insulation resistance, power factor/dissipation factor, winding resistance, transformer turns ratio, excitation current, contact resistance, timing, CT/PT ratio and polarity, and related electrical tests
• Interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, and manufacturer documentation
• Evaluate test results and identify abnormal equipment conditions
• Troubleshoot electrical equipment and commissioning issues
• Prepare accurate field documentation and technical test reports
• Verify equipment installation and readiness for energization
• Participate in equipment energization and electrical switching activities
• Coordinate testing activities with customers, engineers, OEM representatives, contractors, and NEEC project teams
• Maintain and verify proper operation of test equipment
• Follow NEEC safety procedures and customer-specific safety requirements
• Mentor and provide technical direction to junior technicians
• Support development of standardized testing and commissioning procedures

Level III Responsibilities

• Lead testing activities and small field crews
• Supervise and provide guidance to Level I and Level II technicians
• Manage routine and moderately complex testing assignments
• Evaluate testing data and determine whether results meet applicable standards and manufacturer requirements
• Assist with project planning, daily work coordination, and customer communication
• Perform electrical switching when qualified and authorized
• Take responsibility for safe execution of assigned field activities

Level IV Responsibilities

• Independently lead large and technically complex testing and commissioning projects
• Supervise multiple testing crews
• Serve as the senior technical resource on assigned projects
• Perform complex troubleshooting, investigations, testing, and equipment evaluations
• Review and approve field test results and reports
• Develop testing plans and project execution strategies
• Provide technical guidance to Level II and Level III technicians
• Coordinate directly with customers, engineering teams, utilities, and OEMs
• Assist NEEC leadership with technician development, training, and technical standards

Required Qualifications

• Current NETA Level III or Level IV Electrical Testing Technician certification
• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems and electrical testing principles
• Experience testing medium- and/or high-voltage electrical equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and one-line diagrams
• Experience with commonly used electrical test equipment from manufacturers such as Doble, Megger, Omicron, Vanguard, or equivalent
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to accurately document and communicate technical findings
• Strong understanding of electrical safety and safe work practices
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the United States
• Ability to work outages, extended shifts, nights, and weekends when required by project schedules

Preferred Qualifications

Utility substation commissioning experience

BESS commissioning or testing experience

Protection & Control / relay-testing experience

Experience with high-voltage substations up to 500 kV

Experience with transformer diagnostics and advanced apparatus testing

Experience with Doble, Omicron, Megger, and Vanguard testing platforms

Familiarity with NFPA 70E, OSHA requirements, ANSI/NETA ATS, and ANSI/NETA MTS

Experience supervising technicians and leading field-testing projects

Experience working directly with utilities, EPC contractors, and OEMs

Why Join NEEC?

• Competitive compensation
• Travel and per diem
• Company benefits
• Opportunities for overtime
• Career advancement opportunities
• Exposure to utility-scale BESS, substations, P&C, and advanced electrical testing
• Opportunities to lead projects and develop junior technicians
• Technical training and professional development
• A growing organization where experienced technicians can have a meaningful impact

NEEC is committed to building one of the strongest electrical testing and commissioning teams in the industry.

National Electrical Engineering & Commissioning (NEEC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.