Central South - ERS Field Engineer - Reno
- Reno, NV
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Perform all aspects of testing and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems.
- Troubleshooting capabilities, simple relay calibration, use of load recording instrumentation, low and medium voltage switchgear testing through 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.
- Write complete, detailed reports promptly at end of project using a computer, and accurately process job billing.
- May perform complex analysis and evaluative tasks necessary to complete equipment labeling projects consistent with recognized industry and international standards, local jurisdiction requirements and Company procedures.
- Take an active role in business development and expansion.
- Perform all functions pertaining to a written job proposal to a client, including estimate of man-hours and expenses, and development of scope and pricing and accurate when judged over time; sought out by others for advice and solutions.
- Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear, and smell.
- Frequently required to sit, climb, and balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, basic color differentiation and the ability to adjust focus.
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move 100-pound test sets.
- Valid Driver's License.
- 50%,
- Graduate Engineer BSEE or BSME and no experience. OR Graduate of applicable
- Electrical Technical School or Military equivalent and three years minimum same or similar
- work experience. OR High school education or equivalent and four years minimum same
- or similar work experience.
- Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and various industry standards, such as OSHA and NFPA.
- Passed NETA (National Electrical Testing Association) exam.
- Strong background and experience in all types of switchgear testing through the 15 kV class.
- Good theoretical understanding of electrical power systems.
- Communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, with clients and peers.
- Good judgment, dependable, supervises projects with technical expertise and good business management skills.
- Strong computer skills including editing, formatting, and using templates in Microsoft Word, use of Internet for standards/products/manufacturer research, and operation of computer-controlled test equipment.
- Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and night work. Must be available for out of-town and international travel of up to several weeks.
- Customer Focus
- Operational Excellence
- High-Performance Culture
- Innovation
- Financial Strength
- Own It
- Act With Urgency
- Foster a Customer-First Mindset
- Think Big and Execute
- Lead by Example
- Drive Continuous Improvement
- Learn and Seek Out Development