Associate Commissioning Engineer

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering, Inc. is seeking an Associate Commissioning/Testing Engineer in Jacksonville, FL. The role involves supporting testing and commissioning of electrical equipment in substations or generation plants, including relays, breakers, and transformers.

The candidate will work with senior engineers, learn relay protection and testing standards, and manage field testing procedures. Travel up to 50% is required along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical or engineering technology) preferred.
• 0–4+ years testing and commissioning experience or exposure to relay testing and protection schemes.
• Familiarity with three‑phase power systems and control systems appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Assist and lead in testing and commissioning of substation and generation station components.
• Review specs and drawings to understand system function and testing needs.
• Perform functional testing and troubleshooting of AC/DC power systems.
• Learn protection and control schemes and relay testing procedures.
• Maintain project documentation, certifications, and calibration records.
• Support proposals and develop testing procedures for field work.
• Travel up to 50% to client sites and assist startup activities.

Skills

Electrical testing

Relay testing

Substation testing

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical or engineering technology)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Wunderlich-Malec's Electrical Testing Group has an Associate Commissioning/Testing Engineer opportunity available in Jacksonville, FL. This person will be responsible for supporting the testing and commissioning of electrical equipment within an electrical substation or generator plant. Learning and performing electrical testing including, but not limited to, protection relays, circuit breakers, transformers and other substation equipment. Associate Commissioning Engineer is responsible for working with senior level engineers in relay testing, equipment testing and substation commissioning.

Major Responsibilities

This position requires the Associate Commissioning Engineer to assist and eventually lead in the testing and commissioning of substation and generation station components. Responsibilities include:

• Review specifications and engineering drawings to understand the purpose and functionality of substation and/or power plant
• Perform functional testing and troubleshooting of various AC/DC power systems
• Gain understanding of relay protection and control systems
• Learn NETA electrical testing specifications for devices seen in the substation/generation world
• Assist as necessary during critical work junctures (final commissioning and through startup)
• Demonstrate ability to service newly designed and experimental equipment, which has not been seen before, and instill confidence in the customer
• Demonstrate safety consciousness in equipment handling, electrical and electronic procedures, and the unique situations encountered at diverse work sites
• Maintain all service equipment including all test equipment, tools issued to meet specifications including ISO requirements, etc. in good working condition and maintain sufficient inventory to respond to standard calls
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships with customers and demonstrates an awareness of customer needs, preferences, and time and financial constraints
• Assists in the development of estimates for client proposals
• Ability to understand AC and DC elementary diagrams, wiring diagrams and one-line drawings for the purpose of understanding system operation and developing testing requirements and procedures
• Maintain all project documentation including certifications and calibration records

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Proven ability to optimize in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Goal oriented and focused
• Strong drive, energy, enthusiasm, and proactive style
• Excellent communication (written and oral) & interpersonal skills
• Proven ability with problem solving and decision making
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, & time-management skills
• The ideal candidate must have a diverse skill set with the ability to work independently and to learn new skills easily

Job Requirements

Education

A Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical or engineering technology) from an accredited institution is preferred.

Experience

A minimum of 0-4+ years testing & commissioning experience should include an understanding and/or experience of:

• Three-phase power systems
• Protection and control schemes and implementation
• Ladder logic and Boolean algebra
• AC/DC circuit fundamentals
• Microprocessor based relays setting and programming
• Various testing equipment; Multi-Meters, current probes, DC supplies, etc.
• AutoCAD design software
• Print reading

Travel

Ability to travel a minimum of 50%.

Driver’s License

Must possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted driver’s license.

Physical Demands of Position

Seeing, color perception, hearing, listening, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling, warm and cold temperature conditions, sun exposure, moisture, potential exposure to hazardous materials and electrical voltages.

Working Conditions

Standard office work, work‑from‑home, and in the field leadership: On site environment could require work in various temperature conditions; in and/or around moisture, on slippery and/or uneven surfaces, in confined spaces and at heights; will have exposure to noise, vibrations and chemicals. May require irregular or extended hours subject to being on call and travel for project completion.