Senior P&C Field Engineer

Senior P&C Field Engineer

Position at POWER Engineers (Member of WSP)

We strive to create an environment where our field teams operate safely, delivering excellent technical service that leads to high client satisfaction.

We share lessons learned, keep our safety and technical skills sharp through training and application. If you are interested in a long-term engagement with a high-performing team, please send us your resume.

• Perform testing and commissioning of Protection and Control systems on high voltage substations.
• Conduct on‑site hands‑on protective relay testing using relay test sets such as Omicron CMC 256/356 or Doble F6150. Relays include SEL‑311L, SEL‑387, SEL‑487, SEL‑421, SEL‑351S, GE L90, GE D60, among others.
• Develop technical and safety skills.
• Support Project Lead or Field Supervisor on projects.
• Perform Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
• Accurately document test results and produce field reports in the requested format.
• Read and understand electrical drawings and schematics.
• Perform clerical responsibilities such as timecards, expense reports, and project reports.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (preferably electrical or electrical technology).
• 5–10 years of professional experience in the electrical testing industry, including medium and high voltage circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and substation protection and controls testing.
• Expertise on transmission, generation, and distribution relays (SEL, Basler, Beckwith, and GE families) and protective schemes.
• Technical skills in protective relay calibration using test sets such as Omicron CMC 256/356 and Doble F6150, control scheme testing, CT/PT circuit testing, uploading settings to microprocessor relays, and static & dynamic testing of microprocessor‑based relays.
• Experience with Electrical Field Testing standards and practices such as NETA, IEEE, NFPA, and applicable standards.
• Knowledge of testing electrical distribution, generation, and transmission projects with voltage levels ranging from 15 kV to 500 kV.
• Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented with excellent analytical skills and ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Working knowledge of computer systems, microprocessors or relay software, and project environment skills.
• Experience with latest computer‑controlled solid‑state test equipment (e.g., Omicron or Doble).
• Technical software skills:
  ProTesT, Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe, AcSELerator Quickset.
• Administrative software: MS Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Experience managing electrical drawings.
• Ability to meet minimum insurability standards based on a Motor Vehicle Report.
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol test.
• Ability to pass a seven‑year background check.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift 50 lbs+ with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Willingness to travel up to 80 %.

• Experience testing and troubleshooting electromechanical relays.
• Experience commissioning electrical equipment on high voltage substations (CTs, CCVTs, PLC systems, and DC systems including batteries).
• Experience testing IEC 61850 protocol.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

POWER is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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