NETA Level III or Level IV Electrical Testing Technician

National Electrical Engineering & Commissioning; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development programs

Leadership training

Job summary

NEEC is seeking a NETA Level III/IV Technician to perform and lead acceptance, commissioning, maintenance, and diagnostic testing of electrical power equipment at substations, generation facilities, and utility-scale projects nationwide.

The ideal candidate holds a current NETA Level III or IV certification, can travel extensively across the United States, read electrical drawings and schematics, and operate test equipment from Doble, Megger, Omicron, Vanguard.

Qualifications

• Current NETA Level III or Level IV certification.
• Experience testing medium- and/or high-voltage equipment.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel nationwide.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to document and communicate technical findings.

Responsibilities

• Lead acceptance, commissioning, maintenance, and diagnostic testing of electrical power equipment at substations and facilities.
• Interpret test results and identify abnormal conditions; prepare field reports.
• Mentor junior technicians and coordinate with customers, engineers, and OEMs.
• Ensure safety procedures and testing standards are followed.

Skills

NETA Level III/IV certification

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Documentation

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Travel nationwide

Tools

Doble

Megger

Omicron

Vanguard

Job description

This position is not limited to Florida. Candidates located anywhere in the U.S. are encouraged to apply, as the role involves travel to project sites nationwide.

TRAVEL REQUIRED – MULTI-STATE ROLE

This position requires frequent travel to project sites across multiple states. Applicants must be willing and able to travel as needed.

About NEEC

National Electrical Engineering Consultants (NEEC) LLC provides complete engineering, commissioning, and field services for utilities and renewable energy developers nationwide. With expertise in Protection & Control (P&C) Substations, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and Renewable Integration, NEEC delivers innovative, safe, and reliable electrical solutions that power the nation’s clean energy future.

We are looking for experiencedNETA Level III and Level IV Certified Technicians to join our growing Apparatus Testing and Commissioning team.

Position Summary

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

In addition to performing testing independently, Level III technicians will be expected to:

• 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

Level IV technicians will additionally be expected to:

• 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

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development programs and leadership training.
• A dynamic, growth-oriented environment committed to innovation and excellence

Equal Employment Opportunity

NEEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.