Electrical Testing Field Engineer 2 -Caroline County, Virginia

M.C. Dean, Inc•Caroline County , MD

About The Position

The Electrical Testing Field Engineer 2 installs, programs, tests, and maintains protective relaying and metering systems used in transmission and distribution operations. The role supports the reliability and safety of electrical systems by conducting diagnostic evaluations, interpreting schematics, and coordinating repairs. Work includes electrical testing and repair of in-service relays to prevent or address abnormal behavior or failure of transmission and distribution equipment, as well as analyzing test results and identifying defective equipment. The position involves working in energized electrical rooms, vaults, substations, industrial environments, data centers, and utility environments. The engineer commissions new relay and metering installations, tests and maintains relays and associated equipment, and coordinates troubleshooting and repairs with other personnel. The role may involve travel, emergency call-outs, and providing technical guidance to junior technicians. The position may require ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle, and selected candidates must have an acceptable driving record. The stated pay range is USD $44.00–$51.00 per hour. The company offers medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, a 401(k) retirement plan, military reserve pay offset, and paid maternity leave.

Requirements

At least 4 years of relevant electrical experience with a high school diploma or GED; or an associate’s degree and at least 2 years of relevant electrical experience; or a bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of relevant electrical experience.
NETA or NICET certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in electrical testing.
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 Doble, Omicron, Megger, Vanguard, and Fluke meters or other test equipment listed in the posting.
Understanding of insulation resistance, power factor, contact resistance, and high-potential 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.
Acceptable driving record if selected for a role requiring ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle.
Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and to 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 walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
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, apply general rules to specific problems, draw conclusions from information, see details at close range, and understand spoken information and ideas.

Nice To Haves

OEM-certified field service training program.

Responsibilities

Install, program, maintain, and repair protective relays, metering systems, associated wiring, and equipment.
Perform electrical tests and repairs to evaluate in-service relays and prevent or remedy abnormal behavior or equipment failures.
Use hand tools, power tools, meters, and other test equipment in energized electrical rooms, vaults, and substations.
Read, interpret, review, and correct schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and substation drawings and inspections.
Program and operate test equipment while following company safety practices.
Commission new relay and metering installations.
Coordinate testing, troubleshooting, and repairs of relaying and other equipment with 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 and ensure compliance with NETA standards.
Test, calibrate, and program protective relays from various manufacturers.
Test circuit breakers and switchgear, including timing tests and primary and secondary injection testing.
Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform root-cause analysis for system failures.
Test transformers, including turns ratio, insulation resistance, and power factor testing.
Follow electrical safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures and PPE compliance.
Maintain detailed test reports and documentation for compliance and client review.
Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients to support system commissioning and startup.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior technicians as needed.
Participate in emergency call-outs.
Perform other duties, tasks, and special projects as assigned.