Senior Field Engineer

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Field Engineer manages and performs field-testing projects in the electric power industry including utilities, generation plants, and industrial sites. This individual coordinates project resources for field testing apparatus such as MV/HV cables, generators, motors, isophase buses, transformers, circuit breakers, and accessories. The successful candidate trains field engineers in testing theory and methods. The Senior Field Engineer will collect and analyze data to prepare technical reports and present their results with recommended actions on the tested electrical assets to customers. Duties will also include direct interaction with customers and collaboration with the Sales team to define project scope and feasibility for proposals to clients. This role will be based in our Marlborough, MA office reporting to the Field Services Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Coordinate field-testing projects, including scheduling of personnel, equipment, and client communication. Perform PD Site Acceptance testing on MV/HV cables, transformers, generators, and motors. Perform online and offline PD identification and localization on MV/HV cables, transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, switchyards, and bus systems. Perform electrical field-testing of HV assets at customer locations including, but not limited to, utility companies, generation plants, and industrial sites. Perform EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) testing on motors, generators, isophase buses. Perform routine and special electrical testing of power transformers, voltage regulators, generators, and circuit breakers from different manufacturers (ABB, Siemens, Waukesha, SMIT, and others). Perform electrical data analysis for Condition Assessment projects and write technical reports. Perform QA review of reports generated by Field Engineers. Assist Sales Department with scope definition for project proposals. Provide training on theory and testing to other Field Engineers as needed. Participate (write technical papers and make oral presentations) at conferences, seminars, and other related events in support of department objectives. Travel Required: Approximately 50%. This level can vary due to customer demand.

DECISION-MAKING LATITUDE

Make recommendations to customers regarding testing and maintenance/corrective actions based on data and background information. Review and approve recommendations on technical reports from other engineers. Assess equipment condition to avoid failure or determine need for repairs. Support with project scope, planning and equipment inventory to meet requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Electrical/Electronics/Power Engineering Post-graduate studies... For full info follow application link.

Doble Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.