iLocatum

Nashville, TN

Senior Field Service Engineer — ELECTRICAL TESTING GROUP

Senior Field Service Engineer — ELECTRICAL TESTING GROUP
Nashville, TN | Orlando, FL

Lead the commissioning of critical power infrastructure for one of America's largest engineering firms, where your expertise directly ensures reliable energy delivery for communities and industries nationwide.


MUST-HAVES

Technical Expertise:

  • 3–10 years of experience in electrical substation testing and commissioning
  • In-depth knowledge of three-phase power systems and protection/control schemes
  • Hands-on experience programming and testing protection relays from GE, SEL, Alstom, Schneider, Siemens, and ABB
  • Proven ability to read and interpret AC/DC elementary diagrams, wiring diagrams, and one-line drawings
  • Proficiency with relay test sets including SEL, GE, Beckwith, ABB, Basler, and electromechanical relay manufacturers
  • Equipment testing expertise across circuit breakers, transformers, circuit switchers, MOABs, CTs, PTs, batteries/chargers, and related substation equipment

Additional Requirements:

  • Valid, unrestricted driver's license (required)
  • Ability to travel up to 25%
  • Strong independent work ethic with ability to lead crews during critical commissioning phases
  • Safety-focused mindset for diverse work site situations

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Lead Commissioning & Testing Operations

  • Perform and direct all aspects of electrical testing for substations and generator plants, including protection relays, circuit breakers, transformers, and critical control equipment
  • Conduct DC Functional Trip Testing prior to energization and oversee final commissioning and startup procedures
  • Review specifications and engineering drawings to analyze system operation and develop testing procedures

Mentor & Develop Talent

  • Train and mentor new engineers and technicians in relay testing, equipment testing, and substation commissioning best practices
  • Build technical capabilities across the team while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety

Drive Customer Success

  • Service newly designed and experimental equipment, instilling confidence in clients through technical expertise
  • Develop and maintain strong customer relationships while meeting scheduling and financial commitments
  • Handle challenging situations with professionalism and constructive problem-solving

Maintain Excellence

  • Develop standard testing documentation and maintain all project records, certifications, and calibration files
  • Keep service and test equipment, tools, and inventory to ISO requirements and in optimal working condition
  • Contribute to client proposal development and cost estimation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience commissioning new and modified substations
  • Knowledge of rotating machinery including generators and excitation systems
  • Familiarity with SCADA, RTU, and DFR systems, including testing RTUs locally and remotely
  • Experience with transfer switches, line tuners, wave traps, and carrier relays
  • AutoCAD proficiency
  • Ability to develop programming macros for automated relay testing
  • NICET certification or equivalent (or ability to obtain)

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Base Salary: $120,000–$150,000 annually (based on location and experience)

Total Rewards Package:

  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • 14% of total compensation contributed to ESOP retirement each year
  • 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with full ownership stake
  • Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D, Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability, HSA, FSA
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
  • 401(k) with profit sharing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), will preparation resources, worldwide travel assistance
  • Referral bonus program

About the Employer
Join a 100% employee-owned engineering company with 40+ years of excellence, ranked as an ENR Top 500 firm and recognized as a top Systems Integrator Giant. As an ESOP company, every employee is an owner with a direct stake in our collective success.

This job description highlights principal responsibilities and qualifications. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or efforts associated with the position.

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