Electrical Testing Field Engineer 1 -Caroline County, Virginia

NETA / NICET certification (preferred) 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 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 500kV), including arc flash hazard analysis.

Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with 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.

Perform acceptance and maintenance testing of electrical power systems, ensuring compliance with NETA standards

Conduct protective relay testing, calibration, and programming for various manufacturers.

Perform circuit breaker and switchgear testing, including timing tests, primary and secondary injection testing.

Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform root cause analysis for system failures.

Conduct transformer testing, including turns ratio, insulation resistance, and power factor testing.

Ensure adherence to electrical safety protocols, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and PPE compliance.

Maintain detailed test reports and documentation for compliance and client review.

Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure efficient system commissioning and startup.