Switchgear Technician 4

Join a leading provider of mission-critical electrical solutions in Northern Virginia as a Switchgear Technician IV. In this senior-level role, you will play a key part in the start-up, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced electrical equipment supporting essential infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, interface directly with customers, and contribute to the success of high-profile projects. If you are passionate about critical power systems and enjoy a dynamic, hands-on environment, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-sales activities by reviewing technical specifications, submittal packages, and ensuring compliance with project requirements.
• Participate in factory witness testing and coordinate resolution of punch list items with factory teams.
• Lead installation efforts, including technical discussions, site meetings, and coordination with contractors, vendors, and customers.
• Advise management on project staffing needs and ensure proper scheduling of field personnel.
• Coordinate site testing, third-party labor, and test equipment as needed.
• Identify and report on project scope changes, potential margin impacts, and provide regular status updates to project management.
• Ensure completion of all required site documentation and obtain final customer acceptance upon project completion.
• Conduct specialized commissioning and testing of systems, and provide training for customers and field engineers.
• Respond to service calls and perform preventive maintenance on contracted equipment.
• Travel up to 30% of the time to support regional projects and site visits.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and product support teams to resolve technical issues.
• Share lessons learned and best practices with field and factory teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in electronics, electrical theory, or a related discipline highly desirable; equivalent work or military experience accepted.
• Minimum 7 years of field repair or customer service experience with electrical, electro-mechanical, or electronics equipment; at least 3-5 years of experience with mission-critical products.
• Experience with critical power equipment such as UPS, switchgear, PLCs, batteries, monitoring equipment, and generators.
• Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and construction drawings.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer relations skills.
• Experience in training, technical writing, and preparing reports and procedures.
• Ability to make independent decisions and motivate team members.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and MS Project.
• Testing experience in accordance with NETA and NICET standards.
• NETA/NICET Level 2 or 3 certification preferred.
• Valid state vehicle operator's license required.
• US Citizenship required.