Senior Field Power Systems Engineer & Transformer Diagnostics

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. seeks a Sr.

Field Service Engineer to act as the technical authority for the most complex field service, commissioning, and modernization work on low- and medium-voltage power systems. You will lead on-site teams, ensure safe work execution, interface with customers and project teams, and mentor Field Service Engineers and technicians while driving quality, schedule adherence, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 11+ years of progressively responsible field experience with MV/HV switchgear, breakers, and protection and control systems; or a Bachelor's or Associate's degree in an aligned discipline with equivalent field experience.
• Ability to lead field crews and manage on-site execution for complex commissioning and service events.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical safety practices (NFPA 70E/OSHA or local equivalents), including LOTO and arc-flash risk controls.
• Proven experience reading, troubleshooting, and redlining schematics, wiring diagrams, and one-line diagrams.
• Demonstrated authority in transformer field testing and condition assessment, including interpretation of DGA results against IEEE C57 criteria.
• Ability to develop commissioning and test plans, verify I/O, and perform functional checks from drawings and sequences of operation.
• Ability to write clear field reports and maintain accurate test documentation.
• Valid driver's license with travel willingness; able to obtain DOT qualifications if required.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and startup of complete electrical systems, including acceptance testing and verification of system performance.
• Serve as the primary technical escalation point for advanced control, protection, and integration issues.
• Plan and perform advanced diagnostics for equipment and protection/control issues, including intermittent faults and complex system interactions.
• Perform protection relay commissioning and end-to-end verification; validate settings against approved files and drawings.
• Direct testing activities and manage multiple work fronts; lead field crews, contractors, and junior engineers.
• Mentor Field Service Engineers and technicians at all levels; review work quality and troubleshoot approaches.
• Lead transformer commissioning and acceptance testing for substations; plan energization and switching sequences.
• Direct transformer repair, refurbishment and retrofit programs, including LTC overhaul and inspections.
• Lead safety leadership on-site with LOTO, arc-flash, and permit compliance.
• Develop standardized field procedures, commissioning standards, and participate in Technical Qualification Programs.

Skills

Field leadership

Electrical safety

Schematic interpretation

Troubleshooting

Transformer testing

Education

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

SFRA testing equipment

DFR testing equipment

Relay test sets (Omicron, Doble)

Insulation resistance testers

Job description

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. seeks a Sr.

Field Service Engineer to act as the technical authority for the most complex field service, commissioning, and modernization work on low- and medium-voltage power systems. You will lead on-site teams, ensure safe work execution, interface with customers and project teams, and mentor Field Service Engineers and technicians while driving quality, schedule adherence, and continuous improvement.