Senior Electrical Testing Engineer — Field, 75% Travel

Vertiv Corporation; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 154,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus up to $10,000

Company vehicle (Ford F-150)

Per diem & travel bonus program

401(k) with profit sharing

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tools & equipment provided

Tuition reimbursement

Career progression

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Field Engineer - Electrical Testing (NETA III/IV) to perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on high-voltage power systems in a field setting. The role requires strong NETA knowledge and hands-on HV testing experience, with extensive travel.

The position offers a competitive hourly base with overtime, 401(k) with profit sharing, comprehensive medical/dental/vision, and full certification reimbursement for ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• NETA Level III or IV Certification (current and in good standing).
• 7+ years 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 equivalents.
• Strong understanding of protective relay schemes and coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret one-line/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

Education

Power systems engineering or related degree

Tools

Doble

Megger

Omicron

Dranetz

SKF

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a Field Engineer - Electrical Testing (NETA III/IV) to perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on high-voltage power systems in a field setting. The role requires strong NETA knowledge and hands-on HV testing experience, with extensive travel.

The position offers a competitive hourly base with overtime, 401(k) with profit sharing, comprehensive medical/dental/vision, and full certification reimbursement for ongoing professional development.