PC Field Technician

• We are looking to fill positions all across the country. 
• Candidates will be able to work in their home regions but must be willing to be on the road up to 80% of the time.

Protection & Control (P&C) Field Testing and Commissioning Engineer

Our client is hiring P&C Field Testing and Commissioning Engineers at multiple experience levels to support high-voltage substation projects across transmission, distribution, and generation environments. This is a travel-heavy field role (up to 80%) involving hands-on testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and documentation of critical protection systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and commissioning of Protection & Control systems on high-voltage substations
• Conduct hands-on protective relay testing using equipment such as Omicron CMC 256/356 or Doble F6150
• Test relays including SEL-311L, SEL-387, SEL-487, SEL-421, SEL-351S, GE L90, GE D60, and similar
• Execute control scheme testing, CT/PT circuit verification, relay calibration, and static/dynamic testing
• Support Project Leads and Field Supervisors on active projects
• Complete Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and adhere to all safety requirements
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and logic diagrams
• Accurately record test data and produce formal field reports
• Manage clerical tasks including timecards, expenses, and project documentation

Required Experience (All levels considered; depth of experience determines level)

• Minimum 5+ years in electrical field testing for substations, including breakers, transformers, instrument transformers, and P&C systems
• Proficiency with SEL, GE, Basler, and Beckwith relay families
• Skilled in relay testing with Omicron or Doble test sets
• Experience with NETA, IEEE, NFPA, and other applicable industry standards
• Working knowledge across projects ranging from 15 kV to 500 kV
• Strong analytical ability and attention to detail
• Ability to work in test software: ProTesT, Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe, AcSELerator Quickset
• Proficient with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to read, markup, and manage electrical drawings
• Must meet motor vehicle insurability requirements
• Must pass drug/alcohol screening and a seven-year background check
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 50+ lbs.
• Willing to travel extensively (up to 80%)

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Technology (preferred but not required for all levels)
• Electromechanical relay testing and troubleshooting
• Commissioning of high-voltage substation equipment including CTs, CCVTs, PLC/SCADA systems, and DC systems (batteries and chargers)
• Experience with IEC 61850 testing and commissioning

Compensation

• Base Salary - USD $100,000 to $170,000
• 5+ to 7 years' experience
• Seniority Level - Mid-Senior

 Ideal Candidate

Ideal candidate will have proven heavy travel experience testing protection relay equipment on high-voltage substations.