Senior P&C Field Engineer

POWER Engineers; Vancouver; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Vancouver is seeking a Senior PTE P&C Engineer to perform testing and commissioning of Protection and Control systems on high voltage substations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, with 5-10 years of relevant experience in electrical testing. This role offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $150,000 and a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and health insurance. Join a positive work environment and contribute to exciting projects.

Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision

Paid Holidays

Vacation / Sick Leave

401K

Qualifications

• Five to ten years of professional experience in the electrical testing industry.
• Expertise in transmission, generation, and distribution relays.
• Good understanding of electrical testing standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and commissioning of Protection and Control systems.
• Support Project Lead or Field Supervisor on projects.
• Accurately document test results and produce field reports.

Skills

Relay calibration

Medium and high voltage experience

Document verification

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Omicron CMC 256 / 356

Doble F6150

ProTesT

Protection Suite

Job description

Senior PTE P&C Engineer

At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, we strive to create an environment where our field teams operate safely, delivering excellent technical service, leading to a high degree of client satisfaction. We share lessons learned and 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.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Perform testing and commissioning of Protection and Control systems on high voltage substations.
2. Perform, or supervise, on-site hands-on protective relay testing using relay test sets such as Omicron CMC 256 / 356 or Doble F6150. Examples of relays to be tested include SEL-311L, SEL-387, SEL-487, SEL-421, SEL-351S, GE L90, GE D60, among others.
3. Contribute to technical and safety development.
4. Support Project Lead or Field Supervisor on projects.
5. Perform Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
6. Accurately document test results and produce field reports in requested formats.
7. Read and understand electrical drawings and schematics.
8. Perform clerical responsibilities such as timecards, expense reports, and project reports.

Required Education / Experience

1. A Bachelor of Science in Engineering; preferably electrical, or electrical technology.
2. Five to ten (5-10) years of professional experience in the electrical testing industry, including experience with medium and high voltage circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and substation protection and controls testing.
3. Expertise in transmission, generation, and distribution relays (SEL, Basler, Beckwith, GE families) and protective schemes.
4. Skills related to protective relays include relay calibration using test sets such as Omicron CMC 256 / 356 and Doble F6150, control scheme testing, testing sensing CT / PT circuits, uploading settings to microprocessor relays, and static & dynamic testing of microprocessor-based relays.
5. Experience with Electrical Field-Testing standards, practices, and procedures such as NETA, IEEE, NFPA applicable standards.
6. Knowledge of testing electrical distribution, generation, and transmission projects with voltage levels from 15 kV to 500 kV, including protective relays and circuit breakers.
7. Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
8. Detail-oriented with excellent analytical skills and mathematical capabilities.
9. Working knowledge of computer systems and relay software, including project environment skills.
10. Experience with computer-controlled solid-state test equipment (e.g., Omicron, Doble).
11. Proficiency in testing software such as ProTesT, Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe, and AcSELerator Quickset.
12. Proficiency in administrative software: MS Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
13. Experience managing electrical drawings.
14. Ability to stand for long periods and lift 50+ lbs with or without accommodation.
15. Regional travel up to 90%.

Desired Education / Experience

1. Experience testing and troubleshooting electromechanical relays.
2. Experience testing and commissioning electrical equipment such as CTs, CCVTs, PLC systems, and DC systems including batteries and chargers in high voltage substations.

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and a top design firm in the energy sector. We create positive, long-lasting impacts across communities and sectors. Join us to discover opportunities, connect with innovative thinkers, and tackle challenging projects.

Our philosophy: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

Our compensation package includes:

• Medical / Dental / Vision
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation / Sick Leave
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K
• Telehealth benefits
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• New Dads and Moms Benefit
• Fertility Benefits
• Gender-affirming care

We are a fun engineering firm that values a positive work environment!

Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 per year

This range complies with state and local regulations. Salaries are based on experience, knowledge, and education. Additional compensation may include bonuses, benefits, vacation, and 401(k) matching.

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

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