Senior NETA Field Engineer: HV Electrical Testing (III/IV)

Vertiv Corporation; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Company vehicle

Per diem

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Field Engineer - Electrical Testing (NETA Level III/IV) to support regional and national projects from Texas. You will perform acceptance, commissioning and maintenance testing on electrical power systems up to 500kV and lead technical aspects of testing teams.

This full-time role requires 7+ years of HV testing experience, NETA certifications, and strong knowledge of NETA MTS/ATS standards. Travel up to 75% is expected.

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/ATS standards.
• Proficiency with test equipment: Doble, Megger, Omicron, Dranetz, SKF.
• Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, 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.
• 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

High voltage testing

Field troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Travel readiness

Mentoring juniors

Education

NETA Level III Certification

NICET Certification

Tools

Doble

Megger

Omicron

Dranetz

SKF

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a Field Engineer - Electrical Testing (NETA Level III/IV) to support regional and national projects from Texas. You will perform acceptance, commissioning and maintenance testing on electrical power systems up to 500kV and lead technical aspects of testing teams.

This full-time role requires 7+ years of HV testing experience, NETA certifications, and strong knowledge of NETA MTS/ATS standards. Travel up to 75% is expected.