Experienced P&C Field Services Technician

WSP in the U.S.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings

Paid leave

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Bereavement/voting/ naturalization PTO

Job summary

WSP is seeking an experienced PTE Field Services Technician in Colorado to perform protection and control testing for high voltage substations. You will operate relay test sets and document site activities while adhering to safety and project standards.

Required 7+ years in electrical testing, HV substation experience, and proficiency with testing tools (Omicron, Doble). Willingness to travel up to 80% and work in dynamic outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Must have 7+ years in electrical testing including HV equipment and substations.
• Proficient with protective relays and testing equipment.
• Experience with national standards (NETA, IEEE, NFPA).
• Ability to read electrical drawings and generate field documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and commissioning tasks for Protection and Control systems on HV substations.
• On-site relay testing using Omicron/Doble equipment and specific SEL/GE relays.
• Document site activities with forms, logs, and digital tools.
• Support field teams and escalate issues to project leadership.
• Maintain safety, quality, and regulatory compliance on job sites.

Skills

Electrical testing

High voltage

Relays testing

Field safety

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Reading electrical drawings

Driver's license

Travel up to 80%

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

ProTesT

Protection Suite

ENOSERV RTS

Omicron Test Universe

AcSELerator Quickset

Job description

Job Description

Enter WSP is currently initiating a search for a POWER Testing and Energization (PTE) Experienced P&C Field Services Technician based in Colorado. Successful applicants will be involved in projects with our PTE Team and be a part of a growing organization that is solving problems and supporting client needs in electrical testing and commissioning in utility substations, industrial, and bulk electrical power systems.

This Opportunity

• Supports a wide range of testing and commissioning activities through application of client testing standards, industry standards (IEEE, NETA, NFPA, NESC), and manufacturer recommendations
• Works under limited supervision, independently executing moderately complex assignments, and contributing to regulatory compliance, safety adherence, and data integrity across active job sites
• Provides day-to-day support to field teams, helps resolve challenges on-site, and mentors junior technicians to promote quality, efficiency, and safe work practices
• As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition—and we need your help.

Your Impact

• Perform assigned testing and commissioning tasks for Protection and Control systems on high voltage substations
• Perform 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 are SEL-311L, SEL-387, SEL-487, SEL-421, SEL-351S, GE L90, GE D60 among others
• Use field forms, digital data tools, and mobile applications to document site activities
• Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed
• Support the Project Lead or Field Supervisor on projects
• Escalate complex technical problems or unexpected field conditions to the site lead or project manager
• Participate in daily safety briefings and ensure compliance with health and safety protocols Communicate progress, field observations, and potential delays to the project team
• May review the work of less experienced technicians for quality and accuracy, providing informal guidance as needed
• Maintain attention to detail when filling out logs, photo documentation, and label entries Collaborate with other technicians to maintain workflow, safety, and quality standards
• Assist in monitoring subcontractor performance and activities and report observations to field leadership
• Perform clerical responsibilities such as timecards, expense reports, and project reports
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the electrical testing industry, including experience in medium and high voltage circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and substation protection and controls testing
• Demonstrable expertise on transmission, generation, and distribution relays (SEL, Basler, Beckwith, and GE families) and protective schemes
• Technical skills related to protective relays include relay calibration utilizing test sets/measuring devices such as Omicron CMC 256/356 and Doble F6150, control scheme testing, testing of the sensing CT/PT circuits, ability to upload settings to microprocessor relays, and static & dynamic testing of microprocessor-based protective relays
• Proven experience with electrical field testing standards, practices, and procedures, such as NETA, IEEE, and NFPA applicable standards
• Demonstrable knowledge of testing electrical distribution, generation, and transmission projects with voltage levels ranging from 15 kV to 500 kV, including protective relays and circuit breakers
• Experience using technical software such as ProTesT, Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe, and AcSELerator Quickset for testing purposes and data review
• Experience with reading and understanding electrical drawings
• Ability to identify routine field challenges and equipment issues, responding within established procedures and escalating atypical conditions
• Skilled in preparing field logs, sketches, and digital reports
• Physical stamina to work in outdoor and physically demanding conditions
• Experience collaborating with contractors, technicians, and engineers
• Demonstrated commitment to field safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
• Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills for field team collaboration
• Capable of critical thinking and problem-solving skills to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from inspection and testing results
• Capability to support a wide variety of tasks in dynamic or changing environments
• Ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines, and maintain accountability in the field
• Commitment to continued learning and development in technical field services
• Understanding of confidentiality and ethical behavior in technical environments
• Competent self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
• Reliable, punctual, with the ability to work independently or with a team
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies
• Willingness and physical ability to lift up to 35 pounds individually, and up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, basic color differentiation, and the ability to adjust focus
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must be willing to travel (up to 80%)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Technology degree in a similar discipline
• Experience in testing and troubleshooting electromechanical relays
• Experience in testing and commissioning electrical equipment on high voltage substations such as CTs, CCVTs, PLC systems, and DC systems, including batteries and battery chargers
• Current OSHA 30-hour or 40-hour HAZWOPER certification

WSP Benefits

• coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
• retirement savings
• paid sick leave
• paid vacation (or other personal time)
• paid parental leave
• paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Compensation

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $50.00 - $70.00 per hour

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

About WSP

ABOUT US

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.