Test Engineer Electrician

Walpole, MA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 52 - 56

Posted on: 13-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced test engineer or electrician to join the QE MV Services team. The successful candidate will be responsible for commissioning testing and troubleshooting of medium voltage reclosers and protection and control systems including SEL relays and other communication devices. They will also be responsible for acceptance and maintenance testing of MV cable overhead equipment pad-mounted transformers and MV/LV switchgear. This role includes significant travel across the northeast with occasional national travel.

Essential Duties

Perform acceptance testing and commissioning of reclosers and protection and control systems in accordance with NETA/NICET standards

Perform functional testing including protection and control schemes on medium voltage systems including interconnection equipment specifically for PV/BESS systems

Perform acceptance and maintenance testing of variety of equipment from low voltage switchboard to point of interconnection.

Ensure that all equipment is installed and commissioned in accordance with manufacturers specifications and industry standards

Perform pre-testing and witness testing of PV/BESS systems with AHJ

Troubleshoot and repair issues arising during commissioning

Prepare and review commissioning documentation including test procedures and as-built drawings

Provide technical support to other field personnel during installation and commissioning

Communicate effectively with project managers clients site owners and other stakeholders

Stay current on industry developments and new technologies in acceptance and maintenance testing.

Education & Certification Required:

Journeyman license or Associates/Bachelors degree in Electrical Power Engineering or equivalent electrical experience in a related field.

Experience Required:

Medium voltage experience should be related to protection and control schemes with level of expertise in SEL relays

Experience interpreting wiring diagrams to prepare relay logic and protection schemes.

Experience performing testing of transformers reclosers primary meters and SEL relays

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Must be able to work independently and in a team environment

Must be able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment

Specialized or Technical Knowledge Licenses Certifications Preferred:

NICET Electrical Power Testing certifications

Thermography certifications (Level 1)

IT/networking skills: familiarity with RS485 Modbus tcp/ip etc.

OSHA 30 Certification

Completion of NFPA 70E courses

CPR/First Aid

Functional Knowledge:

Knowledge of National Electrical Code and standard design/construction practices

Clear understanding of OSHA safe workplace practices and procedures

Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams as well as other construction/DAS/design drawings or permitting documentation

Company/Industry Related Knowledge:

Electric and related utilities and utility maintenance

Solar energy/BESS installation maintenance and optimization

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly

Ability to move safely over uneven terrain

Ability to sit or drive for prolonged periods

Ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 50 pounds

Ability to work in extreme weather

QE Solar offers incredible benefits! We enjoy:

100% paid employee premium on health benefits; additional dependents at low costs and great plans for Health Dental Vision FSA or HSA

Wellbeing and Employee Assistance

Perks at Work Marketplace for discounts on gym memberships classes tech vacations tickets and more

Family Building and Adoption Assistance Programs

Learning & Development Opportunities

Discounted Life & Disability Insurance

Workplace Type: On-site
Salary Range: $52.00-$56.00 Per Hour
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Walople MA USA

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