Sr Field Service Engineer

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This role supports the Electrification Automation (EA) business by delivering hands‑on field expertise for low‑and medium‑voltage power distribution systems. The Senior Field Service Engineer will lead installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities for complex electrical equipment while supporting customers across North America. This is a highly technical, travel‑focused role requiring deep protection and control experience in industrial and utility environments.

We are looking for a senior level Field Service Engineer
. This position will be based in Reno, NV
.

• Installing, testing, commissioning, and starting up low‑and medium‑voltage power distribution equipment (480V–38kV) at customer sites
• Developing and executing test plans for complex protection and control relay systems, including troubleshooting and system validation
• Performing hands‑on commissioning and troubleshooting using relay testing equipment and software tools (e.g., Omicron, Doble, DIGSI, Protection Suite)
• Supporting protection and control systems from multiple manufacturers, including Siemens SIPROTEC, SEL, and GE Multilin
• Developing switching procedures, methods of procedure (MOPs), and providing guidance on electrical safety practices
• Supporting greenfield and brownfield installations, warranty responses, maintenance activities, and retrofit projects across the U.S.
• Documenting work performed, test results, and system conditions through clear technical reporting

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 8+ years of experience with the following:
• Low‑and medium‑voltage power distribution systems, including switch gear
• Protection and control relay commissioning and troubleshooting
• Relay testing equipment and software (e.g., Omicron test sets, Doble 6150, DIGSI, Protection Suite)
• Electrical control circuit troubleshooting and equipment condition assessment
• Field‑based commissioning and testing in industrial, utility, or power distribution environments
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 80% (national travel)
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of field service experience commissioning and troubleshooting power distribution systems
• Experience with high‑voltage or SF6 gas circuit breakers
• Relevant certifications or safety training (e.g., NICET, NETA, OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, MSHA 46/48, TWIC)
• Experience supporting large‑scale industrial, utility, or data center power projects

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here:  The pay range for this position is $91,463 - $156,794 annually with a target incentive of 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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…