Electrical Testing Field Engineer 1

Job overview

The Electrical Testing Field Engineer 1 role is onsite in Caroline County, VA, with pay of $38–$45 per hour. The role supports the installation, testing, and maintenance of protective relaying and metering systems for transmission and distribution operations.

What you'll do

• Install, program, maintain, and test protective relays and metering
• analyze test results and interpret electrical diagrams
• use tools and test equipment in electrical rooms, vaults, and substations
• commission relay and metering installations
• coordinate testing and repairs
• troubleshoot and replace components
• participate in emergency callouts
• perform acceptance and maintenance testing
• maintain test reports and compliance documentation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

electrical testing field engineer 1

protective relaying

metering systems

caroline county va

m.c. dean

$38–$45 per hour

substation testing

relay programming

high-voltage systems

emergency callouts

neta certification preferred

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• paid time off
• tuition reimbursement
• 401(k)
• military reserve pay offset
• paid maternity leave.

Why this role

Requires at least two years of relevant electrical experience and a bachelor’s degree in engineering. NETA or NICET certification is preferred. The role includes emergency callouts and willingness to travel as needed.

About the employer

M.C. Dean, Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.