Field Service Engineering Tech

Siemens
Field Service Engineer

Field of work

Customer Services

Siemens Industry, Inc.

Full-time

Remote only

Permanent

Field Service Engineer - Albany, NYHere at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. We are looking for a Field Service Engineer. In this hands-on, field-based role, you’ll support customers by commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting power distribution and protection systems across a wide range of industrial environments. The role is highly travel-oriented and focused on medium- and high-impact field execution, with opportunities to work on both greenfield and brownfield projects nationwide. This position supports Siemens’ Electrification Automation business and plays a key role in ensuring safe, reliable system performance for our customers.You’ll make a difference by:Installing, testing, commissioning, and starting up low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment (approximately 480V-38kV), including switchgear and breakersPerforming hands-on commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of protection and control relays (e.g., SEL, GE Multilin, Siemens SIPROTEC)Using industry-standard test equipment and software (such as Omicron and Doble test sets, relay configuration and protection software) to validate system performanceSupporting greenfield and brownfield projects through commissioning, maintenance, emergency response, and corrective troubleshooting activitiesAnalyzing test results, assessing equipment condition, and documenting findings through clear, accurate field reportsWorking directly with customers, partners, and internal teams to provide technical support, training, and consulting as neededTraveling extensively to job sites across the U.S. to support field execution and project demandsBasic Qualifications:High School diploma or GED required4+ years of experience with the following:Field-based commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical power distribution systemsProtection and control relays (SEL, GE Multilin, Siemens SIPROTEC) and associated configuration softwareRelay testing equipment such as Omicron and/or Doble test setsLow- and medium-voltage switchgear, breakers, and electrical control circuitsInterpreting test data, assessing equipment condition, and producing clear technical documentationWillingness and ability to travel up to approximately 80% domesticallyLegally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorshipPreferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical fieldAdditional field service experience in transmission, distribution, or apparatus testing environmentsExperience commissioning specific relay models (e.g., SEL 751 or similar), with detailed hands-on exposureKnowledge of high-voltage and SF₆ gas circuit breakersIndustry certifications or training such as NETA, NICET, OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, MSHA 46/48, or TWIC cardAbout Siemens:We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. The pay range for this position is $74,970 - $128,520 annually with a target incentive of 5% of the base salary. Equal Employment Opportunity StatementSiemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
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