Senior NETA III/IV Electrical Field Engineer

Vertiv Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Company vehicle

Per diem for travel

401(k) with profit sharing

Medical, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Field Engineer - Electrical Testing (NETA III/IV) to perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on electrical power systems up to 500 kV. You will lead power-system studies, protect relays testing, and generate detailed engineering reports for critical projects.

Expected to travel regionally and nationally (up to 75%), the role offers a comprehensive benefits package, professional development, and a clear path from Field Engineer to leadership roles.

Qualifications

• NETA Level III or IV certification (current and in good standing).
• 7+ years of hands-on electrical testing in medium/high voltage environments.
• Strong knowledge of NETA MTS/ATS standards.
• Proficiency with test equipment such as Doble, Megger, Omicron, Dranetz, SKF.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and P&IDs.

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

Electrical testing

High voltage testing

NETA MTS/ATS knowledge

Protective relays testing

One-line diagrams reading

Willingness to travel

Mentoring technicians

Tools

Doble

Megger

Omicron

Dranetz

SKF

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a Field Engineer - Electrical Testing (NETA III/IV) to perform acceptance, commissioning, and maintenance testing on electrical power systems up to 500 kV. You will lead power-system studies, protect relays testing, and generate detailed engineering reports for critical projects.

Expected to travel regionally and nationally (up to 75%), the role offers a comprehensive benefits package, professional development, and a clear path from Field Engineer to leadership roles.