Field Protection & Commissioning Engineer (Remote)

Calqulate Metrics Ltd; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Full benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

Calqulate Metrics Ltd is seeking a field engineer to test and commission protective relays and control schemes for electric utility projects across the upper Midwest. You’ll work from home with frequent travel to substations, performing start-ups, data collection and troubleshooting on HV equipment.

The role requires 3–5+ years in relay testing, hands-on experience with SEL/GE software, a B.E.E. or related degree, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in utility or substation relay testing and commissioning.
• Hands-on experience with relay test sets and software (SEL, GE or similar).
• A bachelor's degree in EE or a related field, or equivalent experience. NETA certification is not required.

Responsibilities

• Test and commission protective relays and substation equipment on transmission and distribution systems.
• Troubleshoot, run start-ups and collect test data on HV equipment.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams and DC elementaries.
• Work independently on site, and report findings to customers and project leads.

Skills

Relay testing

Substation testing

Test software experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in EE

Tools

SEL test sets

GE relay software

Job description

Calqulate Metrics Ltd is seeking a field engineer to test and commission protective relays and control schemes for electric utility projects across the upper Midwest. You’ll work from home with frequent travel to substations, performing start-ups, data collection and troubleshooting on HV equipment.

The role requires 3–5+ years in relay testing, hands-on experience with SEL/GE software, a B.E.E. or related degree, and a valid driver’s license.