Electrical Testing Field Engineer 1

M.C. Dean, Inc•Richmond, VA

About The Position

Responsible for installing, programming, testing, and maintaining protective relaying and metering systems used in transmission and distribution operations. The role supports the reliability and safety of electrical systems through diagnostic evaluations, interpretation of schematics, and coordination of repairs. The engineer performs acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical power systems, protective relays, circuit breakers, switchgear, transformers, and related equipment, and documents results for compliance and client review. Work may take place in industrial, data center, and utility environments, including energized electrical rooms, vaults, and substations. The position involves domestic and international travel, emergency callouts, and working safely under minimal supervision.

Requirements

At least 2 years of relevant electrical experience with a high school diploma, or an associate or bachelor's degree in a related field.
Valid and active U.S. work authorization.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally; the posting states up to 25%–75% of the time.
Strong oral, written, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
Demonstrated time-management and organizational skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.
Strong understanding of ANSI, IEEE, NETA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA electrical safety standards.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting protective relays, circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, and other electrical equipment.
Experience with test equipment such as Doble, Omicron, Megger, Vanguard, and Fluke meters.
Understanding of insulation resistance, power factor, contact resistance, and high-potential (Hi-Pot) testing procedures.
Knowledge of medium- and high-voltage systems up to 500 kV, including arc flash hazard analysis.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, including the ability to diagnose system failures.
Willingness to travel as needed and work in industrial, data center, and utility environments.
Ability to work safely under minimal supervision and follow industry best practices.
Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and follow proper lifting and safety procedures.
Ability to relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet and climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and ladders.
Ability to routinely and repetitively walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead.
Good vision, which may be corrected, ability to see color, and ability to hear and communicate in English.
Ability to use a standard ladder without exceeding its weight limit while carrying tools.
Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
Ability to apply general rules to specific problems, combine information to form conclusions, see details at close range, and understand spoken information.
Strong MS Excel, Word, Power DB, and Smartsheet experience is a plus.

Nice To Haves

NETA or NICET certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in electrical testing.
OEM-certified field service training program.

Responsibilities

Install, program, maintain, test, and repair protective relays, metering systems, associated wiring, and equipment.
Perform electrical testing and maintenance evaluations of in-service relays to prevent or address abnormal behavior or equipment failure.
Analyze test results and interpret electrical diagrams to identify defective equipment.
Use hand tools, power tools, meters, and test equipment in energized electrical rooms, vaults, and substations.
Apply, review, interpret, and correct schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, blueprints, substation drawings, and inspections.
Program and operate test equipment while following safe work practices in the company safety handbook.
Commission new relay and metering installations.
Coordinate testing, troubleshooting, and repairs with other department personnel.
Maintain and test relays and associated equipment, including standby generators and display meters.
Troubleshoot, repair, and replace components involved in questionable operations and failures.
Perform acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical power systems in accordance with NETA standards.
Test, calibrate, and program protective relays from various manufacturers.
Test circuit breakers and switchgear, including timing, primary injection, and secondary injection tests.
Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform root cause analysis of system failures.
Test transformers, including turns ratio, insulation resistance, and power factor testing.
Follow electrical safety protocols, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and PPE requirements.
Maintain detailed test reports and documentation for compliance and client review.
Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients on system commissioning and startup.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior technicians as needed.
Participate in emergency callouts and perform other duties, tasks, and special projects as assigned.