Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 7485950
Date Posted: 9/4/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Atlanta, GA
Category: Engineering
Salary: $120,000 - $140,000
Job Description
The Field Service Engineer supports mission-critical power facilities by performing automatic transfer switch (ATS) startups, system modifications, warranty service, emergency response, and preventive maintenance. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role requiring strong electrical troubleshooting skills, safety awareness, and the ability to work independently in high-reliability environments.
This role supports facilities such as data centers, telecommunications sites, healthcare facilities, airports, and other critical infrastructure where uptime and compliance are essential.
Position Responsibilities:
- Perform automatic transfer switch (ATS) startups, testing, commissioning, and service.
- Perform system modifications, warranty service, emergency response, and preventive maintenance.
- Commission and troubleshoot low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems and switchgear.
- Perform protection and control relay commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Use relay testing equipment and software such as Omicron test sets, Doble 6150, DIGSI, and Protection Suite.
- Troubleshoot electrical control circuits and assess equipment condition.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
- Support electrical power systems in mission-critical facilities, including data centers, healthcare facilities, telecommunications sites, and airports.
- Provide field-based commissioning and testing in industrial, utility, and power distribution environments.
- Work independently at customer sites while maintaining a high level of customer service and satisfaction.
- Manage assigned projects, meet timelines, and work within budget guidelines.
- Follow applicable electrical codes, industry standards, and safety requirements.
- Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation.
- Travel nationally approximately 80%.
Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
- 8+ years of experience working on low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems.
- Experience with low- and medium-voltage switchgear.
- Protection and control relay commissioning and troubleshooting experience.
- Experience using relay testing equipment and software, such as Omicron test sets, Doble 6150, DIGSI, and Protection Suite.
- Electrical control circuit troubleshooting and equipment condition assessment experience.
- Field-based commissioning and testing experience in industrial, utility, or power distribution environments.
- Experience supporting electrical power systems from low-voltage through medium-voltage switchgear.
- Experience working in critical power environments such as data centers, healthcare, telecommunications, airports, or similar facilities.
- Experience testing and servicing automatic transfer switches (ATS).
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints.
- Familiarity with applicable electrical codes and industry standards.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to manage projects, meet timelines, and work within budget guidelines.
- Self-directed with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
- Willingness to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation.
- Valid driver's license in good standing.
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.
Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
- 10+ years of field service experience in power distribution or protection systems.
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Strong understanding of power distribution, DC/AC systems, and voltage circuit theory.
- Advanced troubleshooting experience in mission-critical environments.
- Excellent time management, organization, and follow-up skills.
