Job Description

The Field Engineer II is responsible for performing diagnostic tests, data analysis and report writing for the Field Services team. This position includes project execution, including preparing equipment, troubleshooting on site, and equipment logistics. The duties involve project management, direct interaction with clients and visiting customers in the electric power industry including utilities, generation plants, and industrial sites. This role will be based in our Marlborough, MA office reporting to the Field Services Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Perform on-site field tests at client sites including, but not limited to, electric power generating stations, substations, petrochemical, pulp, paper, mining, industrial, and commercial facilities.
• Conduct routine and special testing of power and distribution transformers, voltage regulators, bushings and circuit breakers from different manufacturers (ABB, Siemens, Waukesha, SMIT and others).
• Perform routine and special tests such as partial discharge (offline and online), EMI, dissipation factor, voltage withstand, on power transformers, cables, and generators.
• Provide engineering support and written reports on the interpretation of measured data.
• Support inventory and equipment planning to meet job and project requirements.
• Related duties as assigned by Field Services Manager
• Domestic and International travel required: Approximately 50%-60%. This level can vary due to customer demand.

QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field OR a combination of experience, education and training equivalent to a four-year degree in the above areas.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
• Two years of experience working in substation, power plants, nuclear facilities, or industrial power systems
• Two years of experience operating, and trouble-shooting test equipment used for electrical apparatus tests
• Two years field testing experience with power equipment such as transformers, generators, motors, and circuit breakers, particularly performing the following: Power Factor and Capacitance, SFRA, and other specialized tests
• Two years of experience evaluating electrical test data from power apparatus for detailed apparatus condition assessment
• Two years of experience producing customer reports covering testing methodology and data analysis
• Two years of experience providing customer technical support (verbal and written)
• Two years of experience with domestic and international travel
• Driver’s License required

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE (Not Required):
• Experience with high voltage test equipment (resonant test systems)
• Experience with Partial Discharge equipment
• Certified Infrared thermographer
• OSHA training
• NFPA 70 training
• Familiarity with Partial Discharge measurement
• Familiarity with radio frequency signals and measurements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Attention to detail
• Services orientation
• Knowledge of power equipment (transformers, generators, cables, motors)
• Ability to travel 50%-60% of the time, both domestically and internationally
• Ability to work independently

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is often required to stand, sit, use computers, read, write, type, use copy machines, file paperwork, use telephones, and utilize written and oral communication to interact with clients, co-workers, and customers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job. Must be capable of lifting 30 pounds. Must use assistance when lifting 50 or more pounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) prohibits discrimination by employers, in compensation and employment opportunities, against qualified individuals with disabilities who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the “essential functions” of a job. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing the function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function.