Field Service Engineer (Inverters/UPS)

Evenlite Inc•Trevose, PA

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with proven presentation skills and demonstrated self-motivation skills. As a Field Service Engineer, you will be required to travel to sites where contractors have installed Central Inverter Systems that require a factory representative to conduct the initial commissioning of the system. The role interfaces with Engineering, Customer Service, and Operations personnel as well as various levels of Supervision and Management. Travel can require overnight stays and can constitute as much as 75% of the required time. Emergency and short notice travel requirements also occur.

Requirements

5+ years of commercial electrical experience.
Familiarity with AC & DC systems.
Strong knowledge of electrical schematics, Control systems.
Electrical applications (circuitry) or lighting experience
Ability to work with single phase and three phase units up to 480 VAC.
Ability to work with DC voltage from 6 – 326 VDC.
Working knowledge of basic Battery Operations.
Working knowledge of common wiring practices.
Familiarity with the National Electric Code (NEC).
Familiarity with NFPA 70E and OSHA Guidelines in the electrical industry
Proficiency with various hand-held measurement devices for AC/DC voltage and current.
General knowledge of electronics and ability to replace defective PCB assemblies if necessary.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft office, particularly use of Excel, Outlook and Word.
The ability to lift and move large batteries (up to 80 lbs.) unassisted.
Strong commitment to workplace safety.
Experience working with vendors and contractors.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Central lighting inverter systems.
OSHA 10 Safety Training.
CPR & AED Certified

Responsibilities

Schedule dates with installing contractor to meet customer needs for start-up, service and training activity.
Complete pre-defined requirements for measurement of voltages, conduct visual and mechanical inspections for compliance with product specifications.
Troubleshoot issues including cable connections, AC and DC circuits, printed circuit boards, and other similar functions and features of a Central Inverter System.
Install any remaining parts/batteries not installed by EC/GC, to complete the inverter commissioning.
Diagnose performance shortfalls, determine root cause, and implement corrective while onsite should problems manifest themselves.
Provide feedback to Design and Electrical Engineering regarding observations and findings discovered during commissioning activities and offer suggestions for improvement.
Remote technical support regarding the installation, operation and troubleshooting of the Central Inverter Systems
Generate and file documentation related to job duties and responsibilities. Monthly expense filings, receipt retention and submission, calendar management, timely and accurate processing of all required paperwork.
Prepare replacement parts for shipment and process returned defective parts
Support the Inverter Testing Department
Other duties as assigned.