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Job Family: Customer Services

Req ID: 395157

Sr. Electrical Services Specialist - Smart Buildings/Low-Medium Voltage Switchgear - Tri-Cities & Central WA

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.

Electrical Service Specialists perform complex startup, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of medium and low voltage electrical power systems. These power systems include, but are not limited to transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear/switchboard, protective relays, motor control centers, VFDs, cable, and metering and backup power supplies.

As an Electrical Service 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

• 8 or more years of experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical control circuits and ability to obtain thermography certification

• 8 or more years of 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

• 8 or more years of 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

• Skilled at interpreting protective coordination studies and testing and configuring protective relays

• Capable of reading bills of material, electrical blueprints, and power system study reports

• Experience with the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of low and medium voltage power distributions systems

• Familiar with the arc flash and shock hazards of 13.8 kV and the following electrical equipment: Siemens GIS, AIS, WL, RL, and SB breakers and switchgear

• Familiar 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

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

• Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate Degree

• AVO, NETA, and NICET certifications

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 $69,200 - $128,600. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications and premium geographic location.

Ready to create your own journey? Join us today and help create a better #TomorrowWithUs!

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

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. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us. Learn more about our commitment to DEI here (https://www.siemens.com/us/en/company/environmental-society-governance/diversity.html) .

Protecting the environment, conserving our natural resources, fostering the health and performance of our people as well as safeguarding their working conditions are core to our social and business commitment at Siemens. They are an integral part of our Business Conduct Guidelines and our corporate strategy.

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