Senior Field Service Engineer - Power Systems Lead

RMS Energy Co; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Full Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Top-Tier Equipment

Compensated Travel Time plus Per Diem

Education Support

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

RMS Energy is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician in Houston, TX to lead testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of LV‑HV power equipment on critical infrastructure projects across the U.S. You will mentor junior technicians and oversee crews in the field.

The role requires 7–10+ years in the power industry, strong substation knowledge, and proficiency with Power DB and MS Office. Travel up to 75% is expected; OSHA/NETA standards and safety compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of hands-on power industry experience including P&C systems and field commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of substation equipment, MV/HV breakers, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Proficient with Power DB, MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Familiar with OSHA, NETA standards and electrical safety procedures.
• Prior experience leading crews and mentoring field technicians.
• Ability to develop and execute test plans for complex upgrades and installations.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced testing, commissioning, and maintenance on LV-HV equipment (480V-600kV).
• Perform diagnostics using Doble, TTR, Power Factor, Tan Delta, VLF, DC Hi-Pot, and resistance test equipment.
• Test and verify electromechanical, solid‑state, and microprocessor‑based relays.
• Develop test plans and execute commissioning procedures for new or upgraded systems.
• Supervise field crews, assign tasks, and ensure safety, quality, and compliance.
• Complete reports, test results, and job documentation using Power DB and other platforms.
• Interface directly with customers to provide updates and gather requirements.
• Enforce safety practices, LOTO protocols, and PPE usage on job sites.

Skills

Electrical expertise

Field service leadership

Testing/commissioning

Troubleshooting

HV/MV knowledge

Documentation (Power DB)

Education

Trade school / technical college

NETA Level III certification preferred

Tools

Doble

TTR

Power Factor

Tan Delta

VLF

Hi-Pot testing

Job description

RMS Energy is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician in Houston, TX to lead testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of LV‑HV power equipment on critical infrastructure projects across the U.S. You will mentor junior technicians and oversee crews in the field.

The role requires 7–10+ years in the power industry, strong substation knowledge, and proficiency with Power DB and MS Office. Travel up to 75% is expected; OSHA/NETA standards and safety compliance are essential.