Senior Electrical Services Specialist

Siemens; Silver Springs (NV); On-site; USD 66,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens is seeking an Electrical Service Specialist to perform startup, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of medium and low voltage electrical power systems at customer sites in Reno, NV. The role involves complex field work, safety awareness, and hands-on expertise with switchgear, transformers, and protective relays.

You will lead installation, testing, and maintenance tasks, train customer personnel, and develop installation plans while providing expert technical assistance and

Qualifications

• 8+ years troubleshooting electrical control circuits and ability to obtain thermography certification
• 8+ years experience with electrical testing (e.g., primary current injection, resistance, dielectric, thermal scans)
• 8+ years experience using electrical test sets for AC/DC high potential testing, transformer turns ratio, power factor testing
• Experience interpreting protective coordination studies and configuring protective relays
• Reading bills of materials, electrical blueprints, and power system study reports
• Installation, commissioning and maintenance of low/medium voltage power distributions systems
• Arc flash and shock hazards of 13.8 kV and related equipment (Siemens GIS/AIS/WL/RL/SB breakers)
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lb and travel to customer sites up to 100%
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Lead installation and checkout of electrical components for systems and service jobs
• Install wiring and connect to power sources; perform emergency troubleshooting
• Conduct site surveys and develop base or installation design plans
• Provide training and expert advice to customers and staff
• Prepare reports of all job activities and maintain tools and calibration items
• Plan labor, material costs, and transportation for complex proposals
• Available for emergency and relief assignments

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical testing

Thermography

Protective relays configuration

Reading blueprints

Power distribution systems

Arc flash awareness

Travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate Degree

AVO/NETA/NICET certifications

Tools

Test equipment

Power meters

Job description

Position Location: This role will travel to support customers on-site 100% of the time in Reno, Nevada. Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you? Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

Electrical Service Specialists

perform complex startup, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of medium and low voltage electrical power systems. These power systems include, but are not limited to transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear/switchboard, protective relays, motor control centers, VFDs, cable, and metering and backup power supplies.

As an Electrical Service Specialist, you will:

• Lead basic to complex installation and checkout of electric and electronic components for systems and service installed jobs and service agreements. Tasks are associated with maintenance and testing of switchgear/switchboard, motor controls, circuit breakers, panel boards, transformers, and surge protection devices. Responsible for vibration analysis and metering, battery maintenance and testing, power monitoring, power quality, and protective relay maintenance.
• Install wiring and connect to the power source. Perform emergency troubleshooting of power distribution products and third-party equipment. Perform complex service upgrades, reconditioning, retrofits, etc. for low-voltage power distribution products and systems.
• Perform onsite technical and operational support in the design, development, installation, and maintenance of equipment and systems of a complex nature. Perform complex site surveys to develop base or installation design plans.
• Provide instructions to customer personnel regarding proper operation and routine inspections. Train customers to maintain and adjust complex equipment. Provide expert advice, training, and technical assistance to support staff and train lower-level employees. Complete and submit reports covering all job activity. Responsible for maintaining complex tools, test equipment, calibration items, etc.
• Plan and estimate labor categories, rates, material dollar costs, and transportation expenses to complete complex proposals. Perform review of complex task plans, drawings, and installation schematics; provide continual guidance throughout the project duration.
• Must be available to respond to emergency and relief assignments.

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or state-recognized GED
• 8+ years of experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical control circuits and ability to obtain thermography certification
• 8+ years of experience with electrical testing, including but not limited to primary current injection testing, resistance testing, dielectric testing, and thermal scans on medium and low-voltage electrical systems
• 8+ years of experience using electrical test sets to perform AC and DC high potential testing, transformer turns ratio testing, transformer power factor testing, and other power system test practices and procedures
• On-the-job or educational experience with:
  • Interpreting protective coordination studies and testing and configuring protective relays
  • Reading bills of material, electrical blueprints, and power system study reports
  • Installation, commissioning, and maintenance of low and medium voltage power distributions systems
  • The arc flash and shock hazards of 13.8 kV and the following electrical equipment: Siemens GIS, AIS, WL, RL, and SB breakers and switchgear
  • ANSI, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and NETA codes and standards
• Must be able and willing to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Ability to travel up to 100% to customer sites.
• Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations; must meet eligibility requirements to participate in Siemens' fleet vehicle program
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree
• AVO, NETA, and NICET certifications

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us. #HQ-EREF #VeteranCareers #TransitioningServiceMember #MilitarySpouse switchgear, motor controls, circuit breaker, panel board, transformer, surge protection, relay, vfd, variable frequency drive, power, AVO, NETA, NICET, arc flash, ANSI, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, NETA

You’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $66,259 - $113,587 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.