Field Engineer - Salt Lake City, UT

Vertiv Group • Salt Lake, UT

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About The Position

The Field Engineer troubleshoots, tests, and inspects electrical apparatus and may serve as the lead person on projects. The position requires some technical supervision and includes other assignments as required. The engineer performs testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems, troubleshoots electrical systems, prepares detailed reports, and may conduct power-system studies and equipment-labeling analyses. The role also includes an active part in business development and expansion.

Travel is required approximately 70% within the Wasatch Front and 30% elsewhere, including possible out-of-town and international travel lasting several weeks. The position requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and other flexible hours. Vertiv states that the role is eligible for a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, disability, PTO, holiday pay, and 401(k). Certain roles may also be eligible for merit increases, an annual bonus, stock, or sales incentives, depending on role and plan terms.

Requirements

• A valid driver's license.
• One of the following education and experience combinations: BSEE or BSME and no experience; graduation from an applicable electrical technical school or military equivalent and at least three years of same or similar work experience; high school education or equivalent and at least four years of experience; or similar work experience.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and industry standards such as OSHA and NFPA.
• Passed the NETA (National Electrical Testing Association) exam.
• Strong background and experience in switchgear testing through the 15 kV class.
• Good theoretical understanding of electrical power systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients and peers.
• Good judgment, dependability, and ability to supervise projects with technical expertise and sound business-management skills.
• Strong computer skills, including editing, formatting, and using Microsoft Word templates; researching standards, products, and manufacturers on the Internet; and operating computer-controlled test equipment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and nights.
• Availability for out-of-town and international travel for up to several weeks.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; the employer will not provide work-authorization sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems and perform simple relay calibration.
• Use load-recording instrumentation and test low- and medium-voltage switchgear through the 15 kV class.
• Test and troubleshoot moderately complex electrical systems, simple relay systems, and power metering.
• May perform simple power-system studies, including short-circuit and protective-device coordination studies.
• Prepare complete, detailed project reports promptly using a computer.
• May perform complex analysis and evaluation for equipment-labeling projects in accordance with recognized industry and international standards, local jurisdiction requirements, and company procedures.
• Take an active role in business development and expansion.
• May perform as the lead person on projects and provide technical supervision.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability benefits
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holiday pay
• 401(k)
• Certain roles may be eligible for merit increases, annual bonus, and stock awards.
• Certain roles may have sales-incentive opportunities, depending on role and plan terms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level