Commissioning Engineer

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Competitive Pay

Talent Development

Incentives for Professional Certifications

Competitive Per Diem for Travel

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert Co is seeking a Commissioning Engineer in Amarillo, Texas. You will coordinate the testing and commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients while supervising EPS startup personnel and contractors.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in electrical equipment testing and holds a BS or 2-year degree in electrical engineering. Strong communication and supervisory skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical equipment testing and inspection.
• Knowledge of testing, commissioning, and maintenance of power equipment.
• Experience working in utility transmission substations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate testing and commissioning of electrical substations.
• Supervise EPS startup personnel and contractors.
• Develop and execute isolation and restoration work plans.

Skills

Communication with microprocessor relays

Electrical equipment testing

Supervisory skills

Knowledge of electrical apparatus

High-voltage applications

Field engineering

Education

BS or 2-year degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Commissioning Engineer

Job Locations: US-TX-Amarillo

Overview

About The Company:

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Generation, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks:

• Competitive Pay
• Talent Development – Instructor‑Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
• Career Path Planning
• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Competitive Per Diem for Travel
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement

Job Summary:

The Commissioning Area Engineer coordinates the testing and commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients. The individual provides direct supervision over EPS startup personnel and suppliers such as contractors and engineering staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform substation field engineering, including work plan preparation and project testing functions of Area Engineers in the commissioning of new or modified transmission facilities.
• Review, revise, and develop isolation and restoration work plans, prepare integrated functional test plans, and perform functional tests.
• Direct troubleshooting efforts, including plan development and execution to resolve functional test deficiencies.
• Perform the mark‑up of field change drawings, discrepancy lists and project closure packages within 30 days of project in‑service date.
• Provide on‑site support to Design Engineering, Substation Construction and Transmission Service Center Managers during construction, operation and maintenance of the customer’s transmission system.
• Provide technical guidance on unusual or complex problems to ensure customer design standards are maintained.

Qualifications

• BS or 2‑year degree in electrical engineering is a plus, with experience in communicating with microprocessor relays.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical equipment testing and inspection, including high‑voltage applications.
• Knowledge of testing, commissioning and maintenance of power equipment.
• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior safety record.
• Broad experience with a wide variety of electrical apparatus used in the power industry, including transformers, breakers and switchgear.
• Experience working in utility transmission substations is required.

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.

EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third‑party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claims to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.