Field Service Engineer

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Position Summary: 1-3 years’ hands-on experience in field service and test engineering in the power distribution industry. In depth experience with power control systems, PLCs, ladder logic, wiring diagrams, and schematics is a must. Experience with protective relays, generators, Deif AGC controllers and B&R HMI’s is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Perform complex mechanical and electrical tests to ensure that physical characteristics, mechanical operations, and electrical functions conform to design and industry standards.
• Verify Sequence of Operation for sophisticated Power Distribution Equipment.
• Perform complex Factory Witness Tests
• Data center commissioning, new construction experience, LOTO and energy management, NFPA 70E training
• Travel to customer sites 25% of the time, to install, commission, maintain, troubleshoot, or perform field measurements of electrical switchgear.
• Provide customer communications on scheduling, budgeting, KPI reviews and attend all customer meetings as required
• Assesses defects and malfunctions and makes recommendations for improvement to Mechanical Engineers, Design Engineers and Management.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering to improve test methods and find resolution for problems
• Set up and maintain test equipment.
• Perform Point to Point, Hi-Pot and Current Injection Tests
• Conduct and coordinate proper safety protocol and PPE at all times
• Read and interpret complex electrical schematics and mechanical drawings, recognize components and their functions
• Actively participate in continuous improvement efforts
• Demonstrate collaboration & excellent teamwork skills
• Demonstrates proper judgment, problem solving, troubleshooting and critical decision making
• Work with little or no supervision and pro-actively seek out new work.
• Work in a fast-paced environment
• Effectively communicate with colleagues, customers, vendors and management (written or verbal communication)
• Experience with AutoCad, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 40 pounds without assistance
• Must be able to stand, bend, and lift throughout the course of the work day
• Must be able to work from a ladder or from heights with proper safety equipment
• Must be able to travel for extended period of times, up to 50%
• Must be able to travel and work variable work hours (weekends and holidays) as needed to maintain operational responsibilities

Education Requirements:

• B.S. Degree from accredited university in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 1-3 years’ experience with switchgear, power distribution systems and field service testing

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location:

• In person