Sr. Electrical Services Specialist – Smart Buildings/Low-Medium Voltage Switchgear – Chicago

Req ID: 424350

Senior Electrical Services Specialist– Chicago

Here 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! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you? 

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Service Specialist. This position will be based in the greater Chicago, Il area. Candidates who reside outside of this area would need to be willing to relocate.

As a Senior Electrical Services Specialist, you will:

Lead basic to complex installation and checkout of electric and electronic components for systems and service installed jobs and service agreements. Tasks are associated with maintenance and testing of switchgear/switchboard, motor controls, circuit breakers, panel boards, transformers, and surge protection devices. Responsible for vibration analysis and metering, battery maintenance and testing, power monitoring, power quality, and protective relay maintenance.

Install wiring and connect to the power source. Perform emergency troubleshooting of power distribution products and third-party equipment. Perform complex service upgrades, reconditioning, retrofits, etc. for low-voltage power distribution products and systems.

Perform onsite technical and operational support in the design, development, installation, and maintenance of equipment and systems of a complex nature. Perform complex site surveys to develop base or installation design plans.

Provide instructions to customer personnel regarding proper operation and routine inspections. Train customers to maintain and adjust complex equipment. Provide expert advice, training, and technical assistance to support staff and train lower level employees. Complete and submit reports covering all job activity. Responsible for maintaining complex tools, test equipment, calibration items, etc.

Plan and estimate labor categories, rates, material dollar costs, and transportation expenses to complete complex proposals. Perform review of complex task plans, drawings, and installation schematics; provide continual guidance throughout the project duration.

Must be available to respond to emergency and relief assignments.

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

High school diploma or state-recognized GED

5 years experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical control circuits

5 years experience with electrical testing, including but not limited to: primary current injection testing, resistance testing, dielectric testing, and thermal scans on medium and low voltage electrical systems

5 years experience using electrical test sets to perform AC and DC high potential testing, transformer turns ratio testing, transformer power factor testing, and other power system test practices and procedures

Demonstrated skilled at interpreting protective coordination studies and testing and configuring protective relays

Demonstrated capablity of reading bills of material, electrical blueprints, and power system study reports

Demonstrated experience with the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of low and medium voltage power distributions systems

Demonstrated familiarity with the arc flash and shock hazards of 13.8 kV and the following electrical equipment: Siemens gas insulated switchgear, air insulated switchgear, WL, RL, and SB breakers and switchgear

Demonstrated familiarity with ANSI, NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and NETA codes and standards

Must be able to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted

Preferred:

Thermography certified

8 years electrical apparatus testing of aforementioned skillsets for low and medium voltage.

8 years experience using electrical test sets to perform AC and DC high potential testing, transformer turns ratio testing, transformer power factor testing, and other power system test practices and procedures.

8 years experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical control circuits

Associates degree

AVO certificate

NETA, and NICET certifications preferred

You’ll benefit from:

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $70,200 – $130,500. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications and premium geographic location.

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About 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.

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