Commissioning Engineer

Commissioning Engineer

Job Location s: US-TX-Amarillo

About The Company:

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Generation, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks:

• Competitive Pay
• Talent Development – Instructor‑Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
• Career Path Planning
• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Competitive Per Diem for Travel
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Summary:

The Commissioning Area Engineer coordinates the testing and commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients. The individual provides direct supervision over EPS startup personnel and suppliers such as contractors and engineering staff.

• Perform substation field engineering, including work plan preparation and project testing functions of Area Engineers in the commissioning of new or modified transmission facilities.
• Review, revise, and develop isolation and restoration work plans, prepare integrated functional test plans, and perform functional tests.
• Direct troubleshooting efforts, including plan development and execution to resolve functional test deficiencies.
• Perform the mark‑up of field change drawings, discrepancy lists and project closure packages within 30 days of project in‑service date.
• Provide on‑site support to Design Engineering, Substation Construction and Transmission Service Center Managers during construction, operation and maintenance of the customer’s transmission system.
• Provide technical guidance on unusual or complex problems to ensure customer design standards are maintained.

• BS or 2‑year degree in electrical engineering is a plus, with experience in communicating with microprocessor relays.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical equipment testing and inspection, including high‑voltage applications.
• Knowledge of testing, commissioning and maintenance of power equipment.
• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior safety record.
• Broad experience with a wide variety of electrical apparatus used in the power industry, including transformers, breakers and switch gear.
• Experience working in utility transmission substations is required.

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.

EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third‑party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claims to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.