Lead P&C Technician Field Services

WSP in the U.S.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a POWER Testing and Energization (PTE) Lead P&C Technician Field Services for project locations in the Western U.S., including Idaho. The role focuses on electrical testing and commissioning in utility substations, industrial power systems, and bulk power networks.

You will lead field operations, provide hands-on execution, mentor technicians, and coordinate with engineers and subcontractors to deliver field tasks safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Experience leading field teams on electrical testing projects.
• Knowledge of HV substations and protective relays.
• Ability to coordinate with engineers and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Leads field operations for complex projects with expert guidance.
• Troubleshoots technical challenges while upholding safety and quality standards.
• Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and subcontractors to ensure tasks delivered.

Skills

Field supervision

Electrical testing

Relay testing

Safety compliance

Tools

Omicron CMC 256/356

Doble F6150

Job description

Job Description

WSP is searching for a POWER Testing and Energization (PTE) Lead P&C Technician Field Services for our project locations in the states of Washington, Idaho, Nevada, Arizona, and Utah. Successful applicants will be involved in projects with our PTE Team and be part of a growing organization that solves problems and supports client needs in electrical testing and commissioning in utility substations, industrial, and bulk electrical power systems.

Job Description

WSP is searching for a POWER Testing and Energization (PTE) Lead P&C Technician Field Services for our project locations in the states of Washington, Idaho, Nevada, Arizona, and Utah. Successful applicants will be involved in projects with our PTE Team and be part of a growing organization that solves problems and supports client needs in electrical testing and commissioning in utility substations, industrial, and bulk electrical power systems.

This Opportunity

• Leads field operations for complex construction, environmental, and infrastructure projects by providing expert technical guidance, hands‑on execution, and oversight of day ‑ to ‑ day site activities
• Applies extensive field experience and specialized knowledge to support day‑to‑day site activities, troubleshoot technical challenges, and uphold quality and safety standards while ensuring escalations are made to project leadership for issues involving contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts
• Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and subcontractors to ensure field tasks are delivered efficiently and in compliance with regulatory and client requirements
• Supports project delivery by mentoring technicians, managing site logistics, and facilitating effective communication between field crews and project leadership
• 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 testing and commissioning of 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,