Shermco is seeking a Power Systems Field Technician to support our engineering team by collecting accurate field data required for power system studies and electrical infrastructure projects.
This position plays a critical role in ensuring the quality of engineering deliverables by documenting existing electrical distribution systems, collecting equipment information, performing field verification, providing owner’s representation, and supporting engineers responsible for arc flash, short circuit, protective device coordination, power quality, and electrical design projects.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working around energized electrical equipment and has practical experience safely accessing low and medium voltage electrical equipment while following all applicable electrical safety procedures.
Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
Field Data Collection
Perform detailed field surveys of electrical distribution systems.
Collect equipment information required for:
Arc Flash Studies
Short Circuit Studies
Protective Device Coordination Studies
Power Quality Studies
Electrical System Assessments
Medium and Low Voltage Design Projects
Document:
Equipment nameplate information
Protective devices
Breaker settings
Fuse sizes
CT/PT ratios
Cable sizes and lengths
Transformer data
Switchgear configurations
Motor control centers
UPS systems
ATS systems
Panelboards
Switchboards
Verify existing one-line diagrams and identify discrepancies.
Develop red-line markups of electrical drawings.
Photograph equipment and maintain organized project documentation.
Field Work
Safely open and inspect energized and de-energized electrical equipment in accordance with NFPA 70E and company safety procedures.
Work inside:
Switchgear
Switchboards
MCCs
Panelboards
Transformer vaults
Relay cabinets
Substations
Perform basic electrical measurements using appropriate test equipment.
Work around energized equipment and install power quality meters.
Support engineering site investigations and troubleshooting activities.
Field Oversight / Owner's Representation
Serve as on-site technical representative for Shermco clients during electrical construction, equipment installation, and commissioning activities.
Observe and document contractor work for conformance with drawings and specifications.
Witness factory and field acceptance testing and verify commissioning procedures are performed per approved test plans.
Track and report installation progress, deficiencies, and open items to the client.
Review contractor red-lines, test reports, and closeout documentation for completeness.
Support punch list development and verification of corrective actions.
Travel
Selected individual is expected to have or perform the following:
a valid driver’s license
travel to customer sites each week including overnight travel, if necessary
ability to work off hours and weekend outages
ability to pass client required background checks and drug screening
Documentation
Organize collected information into engineering packages.
Maintain accurate equipment databases.
Prepare field reports.
Upload project documentation into engineering document management systems.
Coordinate with engineers to resolve missing or conflicting field information.
Qualifications:
Qualifications
Required
Associate degree in Electrical Technology or equivalent field experience.
5+ years working on industrial or commercial electrical power systems.
Experience working with:
Medium Voltage Switchgear
Low Voltage Switchgear
MCCs
Panelboards
Transformers
Protective Relays
Ability to read electrical one-line diagrams.
Ability to identify electrical equipment in the field.
Working knowledge of the NEC.
Strong computer skills.
Preferred
NFPA 70E qualified person.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30.
Experience supporting arc flash studies.
Experience working with VFD’s, UPS and ATS systems
Experience supporting SKM or ETAP studies.
Experience using AutoCAD.
NETA certification.
Electrical Journeyman background.
Experience in hospitals, pharmaceutical facilities, manufacturing, or mission-critical facilities.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER | DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
Shermco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Shermco is a drug-free workplace.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Pay Range:
USD $35.00 - USD $52.00 /Hr.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Rahway, New Jersey
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$35–$52 Per Hour
Skills
Acceptance Testingunmatched
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Electricityunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Hospitalunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Low Voltage (LV)unmatched
Medium Voltage (MV)unmatched
Motor Control Systemsunmatched
National Electrical Codeunmatched
OSHAunmatched
On Site Supportunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Progress Reportsunmatched
Project Engineeringunmatched
Quality Engineeringunmatched
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Safety Processunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Switchgearunmatched
Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
Systems Analysisunmatched
Team Buildingunmatched
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Test & Measurement Equipmentunmatched
Test Plan/Scheduleunmatched
Testingunmatched
Variable Speed Drive (VSD)unmatched
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