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

High Voltage Maintenance Corporation; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Signing bonus up to $10,000

401(k) with profit sharing

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Field Engineer – Electrical Testing (NETA Level III/IV) to perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on electrical power systems up to 500kV. You will lead testing projects, analyze results, and prepare detailed reports for critical infrastructure, including data centers and utilities.

The role offers extensive travel (regional and national projects), a strong OT and bonus structure, and full benefits.

Qualifications

• NETA Level III or IV certification current and in good standing.
• 7+ years of 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.
• Ability to read and interpret one-line and three-line diagrams, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record and willingness to travel 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

NETA III/IV Certification

Travel willingness

Standard reading

Relay coordination

Education

Power systems engineering degree

Tools

Doble

Megger

Omicron

Dranetz

SKF

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a Field Engineer – Electrical Testing (NETA Level III/IV) to perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on electrical power systems up to 500kV. You will lead testing projects, analyze results, and prepare detailed reports for critical infrastructure, including data centers and utilities.

The role offers extensive travel (regional and national projects), a strong OT and bonus structure, and full benefits.