Substation Commissioning Technician - Central Region Job Details | Family of Com

Substation Commissioning Technician - Central Region

Date:
Jul 30, 2026

Location:

WY, US TX, US

Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req  : 116348

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Join the Overland Contracting (a Black & Veatch company) construction team and build with pride
. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every role matters — you own your work, your impact, and your future. We lead with care
, and safety is non‑negotiable and embedded into every role, site and decision
, ensuring our teams return home safe, every day.

From field engineering to project management to quality and startup, you’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, learn from seasoned experts, and grow through real‑world, hands‑on experience. With a strong backlog across power, water, grid, and industrial markets, you’ll have the stability to grow and the opportunity to shape what comes next.

By joining our BV Construction group, you will have the ability to develop and enhance your skills in an on-site, hands-on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and career advancement to allow for continuous professional development. Our management is committed to the latest advances in technology, above class support and sustainability to bring our clients the best service in safety, quality, and final product.

Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start up and decommissioning and field engineering.

Verification that Transmission Substation Equipment is commissioned in compliance with project contract and specification requirements, conforms to design operational feasibility, and is set up and tested per the supplier’s requirements, within the engineer’s discipline capacity.

• Participates in the preparation and maintenance of a detailed commissioning schedule.
• Proactively plans for commissioning activities and major milestones
• Is an Independent Resource who is not involved with the construction of the project.
• Executes the commissioning effort ensuring compliance with the associated specifications and contracts and ultimately resulting in an efficient and timely turnover to the client.
• Completes thorough system walk downs/reviews to establish the completion status of systems and identify outstanding items to be completed.
• Qualified in the following areas:
• Protection System design, settings/configurations, installation, testing and commissioning, and/or
• NERC CIP ESP/Security Zone commissioning.
• Adheres to safety and quality standards as applicable to duties and accountabilities.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.

NICET or NETA Certification preferred. 2+ years of relevant startup experience preferred.

• Project Instructions Manual, contract documents, and startup guidelines
• Division Policies
• Supervisory Skills
• Communications Skills
• Planning Skills
• Multi-tasking Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Computer Skills
• Knowledge of discipline technical principles related to power plants.
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, and instruments used in performance of job duties
• Knowledge of internal engineering systems and tools

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the…