Senior Field Service Engineer – MV/HV Switchgear Lead

PwrQ Holdings LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Forgent Power in Dallas, TX is seeking a Level 5 Switchgear Field Engineer to lead on-site installation, commissioning, maintenance, and modernization of MV/HV switchgear. You will provide technical leadership, ensure safety, and deliver high-quality field data and reports.

You will mentor technicians, plan diagnostics, perform safety reviews, and coordinate with customers and project teams. The role emphasizes schedule adherence, quality, and continuous improvement in field operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of MV/HV switchgear field experience.
• Ability to lead field crews and manage on-site execution.
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety practices (NFPA 70E/OSHA).

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, commissioning, and service for switchgear.
• Perform advanced diagnostics for protection/control issues.
• Coordinate acceptance testing and documentation.
• Prepare field reports and commissioning checklists.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Skills

Field leadership

Electrical safety

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Customer communication

Education

Bachelor's/Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Technology

Tools

Relay platforms (SEL, GE/Multilin, ABB/Hitachi, Siemens)

Breaker test equipment

Measurement instruments

Job description

Forgent Power in Dallas, TX is seeking a Level 5 Switchgear Field Engineer to lead on-site installation, commissioning, maintenance, and modernization of MV/HV switchgear. You will provide technical leadership, ensure safety, and deliver high-quality field data and reports.

You will mentor technicians, plan diagnostics, perform safety reviews, and coordinate with customers and project teams. The role emphasizes schedule adherence, quality, and continuous improvement in field operations.