Commissioning Field Engineer 3 - 100% Travel

M.C. Dean, Inc•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Commissioning Field Engineer performs final testing, startup, and commissioning of low- and medium-voltage electrical distribution equipment and other electrical apparatus, both in the field and in a manufacturing environment. Equipment includes breakers, transformers, switches, switchgear, relays, and motor control centers. The role requires an understanding of sophisticated electrical distribution systems and complex electrical test equipment, and contributes to safe work environments and project success. The position requires 100% travel to customer sites.

Requirements

At least 10 years of relevant electrical experience with a high school diploma or GED; or at least 8 years with an associate's degree; or at least 5 years with a bachelor's degree.
Possess valid, active U.S. work authorization.
Experience with electronics installation and/or maintenance on multiple systems.
Ability to use architectural, electrical, mechanical, and civil trade drawings to identify potential design and installation problems.
Knowledge of industry standards, including sections of NETA ATS/MTS, NEC, and NFPA 70E.
Knowledge of basic electrical engineering theories, advanced mathematics, and basic industry codes and standards.
Proficient technical writing and good communication skills.
Willingness to travel to customer sites.
Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and follow proper lifting techniques and safety protocols.
Ability to relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet and climb and balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and ladders.
Ability to routinely and repetitively walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead.
Possess good vision (corrected vision acceptable), color vision, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
Ability to use a standard ladder while carrying tools without exceeding its weight limit.
Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong, apply general rules to specific problems, combine information to reach conclusions, see details at close range, and understand spoken information.

Nice To Haves

OEM-certified field service training program.
NETA Level III or IV certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist more experienced commissioning specialists with coordinating and reviewing electrical deliverables.
Prepare and review simple electrical sketches, commissioning (CX) plans, and data sheets.
Perform simple routine electrical calculations.
Assist in reviewing supplier documentation for compliance with specifications.
Use the electrical engineering website to access department guides and standards.
Perform commissioning, inspection, and testing of electrical components and systems.
Apply knowledge of electrical engineering theories and power systems, including switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, power panels, protection relays, UPS systems, power monitoring systems, and test equipment.
Use technical writing and communication skills in the role.
Travel to customer sites.