Senior Electrical Test Technician – SCADA & Power Systems

U.S. Electrical Testing, LLC; Virginia; On-site; USD 72,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Maternity Leave

Job summary

M.C. Dean is seeking a Senior Electrical Test Technician in Virginia to lead electrical testing programs, oversee field teams, and ensure compliant, safe operation of power systems.

You will implement test procedures, coordinate with project managers, and mentor junior technicians. The role requires extensive experience with high- and medium-voltage equipment, protective relays, and diagnostic testing, including arc flash analysis, to support data centers and critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Applicants selected must hold a minimum of 10+ years of relevant electrical experience with a High School Diploma/GED
• Strong understanding of ANSI, IEEE, NETA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA electrical safety standards.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting protective relays, circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, and other electrical equipment.
• Experience with test equipment such as Doble, Omicron, Megger, Vanguard, and Fluke meters.
• Understanding of insulation resistance, power factor, contact resistance, and high‑potential (Hi‑Pot) testing procedures.
• Knowledge of medium and high‑voltage systems (up to 500kV), including arc flash hazard analysis.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to diagnose system failures.
• Willingness to travel as needed and work in industrial, data center, and utility environments.
• Ability to work safely under minimal supervision and follow industry best practices.
• Perform acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical power systems, ensuring compliance with NETA standards
• Conduct protective relay testing, calibration, and programming for various manufacturers.
• Perform circuit breaker and switchgear testing, including timing tests, primary and secondary injection testing.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform root cause analysis for system failures.
• Conduct transformer testing, including turns ratio, insulation resistance, and power factor testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop Electrical Testing Program for duty site and serve as the subject matter expert over the divisions Operation and Maintenance program.
• Manage or train operations staff to operate and update all system control applications maximizing efficiency and revise controls as needed.
• Assist in developing SOPs and training programs for operators to monitor and control complex electrical systems.
• Implement CMMS-based scheduling, dispatch, tracking, and reporting of MEP field activities.
• Oversee integration of building control systems including SCADA, Delta Controls, and Life Safety Systems.
• Coordinate with the Program Manager to optimize monitoring performance and energy goals.
• Provide troubleshooting and technical guidance during electrical testing activities.
• Assume supervisory responsibilities during testing activities.
• Assist in developing electrical work and project schedules.
• Help implement ORM safety procedures and generate safety reports.

Skills

NETA/NICET cert

Electrical safety standards

Interpret schematics/diagrams

Test equipment operation

Hi-Pot/Insulation testing

High voltage up to 500kV

Willingness to travel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Doble

Omicron

Megger

Vanguard

Fluke meters

Job description

M.C. Dean is seeking a Senior Electrical Test Technician in Virginia to lead electrical testing programs, oversee field teams, and ensure compliant, safe operation of power systems.

You will implement test procedures, coordinate with project managers, and mentor junior technicians. The role requires extensive experience with high- and medium-voltage equipment, protective relays, and diagnostic testing, including arc flash analysis, to support data centers and critical infrastructure.