Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Tuition assistance
Vision insurance
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Power Generation & Distribution Services (PGDS) is seeking a Field Service Engineer I to perform advanced industrial electrical testing, protective relay development, and power system commissioning projects nationwide.
This role represents the transition from senior field technician to engineering-level authority and requires strong troubleshooting ability, protection system knowledge, and independent field execution.
What You’ll Do
Lead and perform circuit breaker testing and inspections (LV/MV)
Develop and modify protective relay settings
Perform secondary injection testing and relay verification
Troubleshoot protection schemes and control systems
Support generator startup, synchronization, and commissioning
Assist with VFD configuration and PLC field verification
Interpret electrical one-line and three-line diagrams
Communicate technical findings with client engineers and project managers
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered
5+ years electrical, industrial, or field service experience
Experience performing relay testing and protection troubleshooting
Strong understanding of power distribution systems
Comfortable using relay software, test equipment platforms, and digital reporting tools
Willing and able to travel 95% domestically
Licensing
Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
Journeyman or Master Electrician license considered equivalent field qualification
Pursuit of PE licensure is viewed positively
Required Certifications
(Must be obtained within first 30 days if not already held)
OSHA 30
NFPA 70E
CPR / AED
Lockout / Tagout training
Work Environment
95% Domestic Travel
Industrial and substation environments
Exposure to energized equipment
Indoor and outdoor job sites