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About the Opportunity

Confidential Client is scaling field service support for its transformer product line that serves utility, industrial, and hyperscale data center customers. This Field Service Engineer — Transformers role is a hands-on, high-impact position: you will commission new units, troubleshoot in-service equipment, build customer relationships, and help create the field service playbook as one of the first dedicated transformer FSEs on the team.

This is a remote role with heavy travel expectations (typically 50–75% domestic, potentially occasional international assignments). Compensation includes base salary plus travel per diem, and standard field-service allowances (company vehicle or travel allowance, per diem, field equipment).

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What You’ll Do

• Perform on-site installation oversight, startup, and commissioning of oil-filled and dry-type power/distribution transformers at customer facilities.
• Conduct acceptance testing per IEEE/IEC/NEMA and customer specifications prior to energization.
• Support equipment energization planning, outage coordination, and site readiness reviews with customers, EPCs, and project teams.
• Read and work from single-line diagrams, winding/vector diagrams, control schematics, and equipment nameplate data.
• Execute transformer tests: Turns Ratio (TTR), winding resistance, insulation resistance (IR/PI), power factor/dissipation factor, SFRA.
• Collect and interpret Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) and oil analysis results to assess transformer condition.
• Perform relay and protection testing where transformers interface with protective schemes.
• Diagnose OLTC/LTC issues, cooling systems, and control/monitoring equipment; perform corrective maintenance and repairs.
• Document test results and deliver clear, customer-ready technical reports.
• Respond to emergency service calls and participate in an on-call rotation when required.
• Prepare material lists, technical quotations, and scopes of work for follow-on service engagements.
• Feed field observations (failure modes, installation issues, design feedback) into NCR/SCAR and continuous improvement processes.
• Follow all EHS, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and permit-to-work procedures; maintain required certifications and complete ongoing safety training.

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Where You’ll Work & Travel

• Remote role with heavy travel (50–75% typical). Travel includes domestic customer sites and may occasionally include international assignments.
• Field environments may include heights, confined spaces, outdoor conditions, and industrial sites. The role requires physical ability to lift/move equipment components and work safely in these settings.

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Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field — OR equivalent experience (military electrical/electronics training, associate degree plus relevant field experience).
• 2+ years hands-on field experience with power/distribution transformers, switchgear, or related power delivery equipment. (Strong entry-level candidates with internships/training may be considered.)
• Practical knowledge of transformer testing methods: TTR, insulation resistance, DGA/oil analysis, power factor testing.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and winding/vector diagrams.
• Willingness and ability to travel 50–75%.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to obtain/maintain a passport when required.
• Ability to work in industrial field environments and perform physical tasks safely.

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Preferred / Bonus Skills

• Experience with OEM transformer platforms (ABB, Siemens, GE, Hitachi Energy, Powell, ERMCO) or equivalent.
• Familiarity with On-Load Tap Changers (OLTC), cooling systems (ONAN/ONAF/OFAF), and bushings.
• NETA certification or progress toward NETA Level II/III.
• Experience with protective relay testing and interpretation.
• Data center or mission-critical facility experience.
• Prior experience at a transformer OEM, utility, or independent testing/service organization.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary (posted estimate available), plus travel per diem and field allowances.
• On-call rotation for emergency customer support.
• Company vehicle or travel allowance, per diem, and standard field service equipment provided.
• Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Equity (options) participation in a growing company.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Unlimited PTO and parental leave.
• FSA/HSA and commuter benefits where applicable.
• Periodic in-person team and company on-sites.

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How We Work

Confidential Client values ownership, direct communication, and rapid, well-reasoned decision-making. You should be comfortable working with incomplete information, documenting decisions, and iterating as new facts emerge. Safety, security, and quality are priorities — take more care when risk impacts these areas.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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