Commissioning Field Engineer 2 - Washington, DC

Overview

The Commissioning Field Engineer team is responsible for performing final testing, startup, and commissioning of low and medium voltage electrical distribution equipment, including breakers, transformers, switches, switchgear, relays, and motor control centers, as well as other electrical apparatus both in the field and in a manufacturing environment. An understanding of sophisticated electrical distribution systems of complex electrical test equipment is required. You will contribute to a safe working environment for co-workers and customers and help ensure the overall success of projects. Local, regional, and national travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Assists more experienced Commissioning specialist coordinating, and reviewing electrical deliverables

Prepares and reviews simple electrical sketches, CX plans, and data sheets

Performs simple routine electrical calculations

Assists in review of supplier documentation for compliance with specifications

Uses the electrical engineering web site to access department guides and standards

Basic knowledge of Commissioning, inspection and testing of electrical components and system

Knowledge of basic electrical engineering theories

Basic power system familiarity with switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, power panels, protection relays, UPS systems, power monitoring systems, test equipment, etc.

Proficient with technical writing

Knowledge of advance mathematics

Basic awareness of industry codes and standards

Good communications skills

Willing to travel to customer sites periodically

Qualifications

Applicants selected must have minimum 8+ years of relevant electrical experience with HS diploma or GED OR associate's degree with minimum 6+ years of relevant electrical experience OR Bachelor's degree with minimum 2+ years of relevant electrical experience

Possess a valid / active U.S. Work Authorization

Candidate Expectations :

Electronics Installation and / or Maintenance on Multiple Systems.

Using trade drawings e.g. : architectural, electrical, mechanical and civil to identify potential design and installation problems.

Knowledge of industry standards including sections of NETA ATS / MTS, NEC, NFPA 70E, etc.

Desired / Advantageous Qualifications

OEM certified field service training program.

Certifications (desired / advantageous) : NETA level III, or IV preferred

We offer an excellent benefits package including :

A competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Military Reserve pay offset

Paid maternity leave

Abilities :

The position requires the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to [50 pounds] on a regular basis. Candidates must demonstrate physical strength and stamina to perform various tasks, including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, operating equipment, and assisting in the transportation of various materials. Proper lifting techniques and safety protocols must be followed to ensure personal and team safety.

Relocates a 12 foot stepladder without assistance.

Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks and all types of ladders.

Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.

Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.

May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.

Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Pay Range

USD $32.77 - USD $52.44 / Hr.