Electrical Testing Field Engineer 3 -Caroline County, Virginia

M.C. Dean, Inc•Caroline County , MD

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About The Position

The Electrical Testing Field Engineer 3 installs, programs, tests, commissions, 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 diagnostics, interpreting schematics, identifying defective equipment, and coordinating troubleshooting and repairs. Work may take place in energized electrical rooms, vaults, substations, industrial facilities, data centers, and utility environments, with travel as needed and participation in emergency call-outs. The engineer performs acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical power systems and related equipment, including relays, circuit breakers, switchgear, transformers, standby generators, and display meters. The role also requires documenting test results, following electrical safety practices, and collaborating with engineers, project managers, clients, and other department personnel. Technical guidance to junior technicians may be provided as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 5 years of related experience, or an associate degree and at least 4 years of related experience, or a bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related experience.
Strong understanding of ANSI, IEEE, NETA, NFPA, NEC, and OSHA electrical safety standards.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
Proficiency operating and troubleshooting protective relays, circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, and other electrical equipment.
Experience using Doble, Omicron, Megger, Vanguard, and Fluke meters or similar test equipment.
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 the position requires ongoing or intermittent use of a company vehicle.
Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly and follow proper lifting and safety practices.
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 within 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 and combine information to form conclusions.
Ability to see details at close range and understand information presented through spoken words and sentences.

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, repair, and test 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 failure.
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.
Program and operate test equipment while following company safety practices.
Commission new relay and metering installations.
Coordinate testing, troubleshooting, and repairs with other department personnel.
Maintain and test relays and related 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.
Conduct protective relay testing, calibration, and programming for various manufacturers.
Test circuit breakers and switchgear, including timing and primary and secondary injection tests.
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 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 call-outs.
Travel as needed and perform other duties, tasks, and special projects as assigned.