Mid-Level Electrical Testing Engineer

ArchPoint; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ArchPoint Engineering is seeking a Mid-Level Electrical Testing and Commissioning Engineer to take ownership of testing activities and support project leads in the St. Louis area, with remote possibilities.

You will perform acceptance testing on high/medium-voltage equipment, read drawings, and document test results while adhering to safety standards. This role offers growth toward lead positions and chance to impact ArchPoint’s quality and client success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical testing and commissioning experience in utility, industrial, or power generation.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a safety-focused mindset.
• Willingness to travel and support field outages and energization activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform acceptance testing and commissioning on high/medium-voltage equipment and document results onsite.
• Assist testing activities on transformers, breakers, relays, CTs/PTs, switchgear, and DC systems.
• Support troubleshooting and energization activities under a lead engineer.
• Read drawings and procedures to ensure compliance with ArchPoint standards.
• Coordinate with internal teams and client stakeholders in the field.
• Follow ArchPoint safety and quality standards daily.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Reading drawings/schematics

Ownership

Field work

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Doble

Omicron

Megger

Vanguard

Fluke

Job description

Mid-Level Testing & Commissioning Engineer

Location: St. Louis, Missouri/Remote

ArchPoint Engineering is a fast-growing engineering firm built around a simple idea: when we show up, our clients are confident the work will be completed right and completed safely. We support utility, industrial, and construction projects with electrical testing and commissioning, electrical engineering design, and project controls. Our team is built on being trustworthy, growth-focused, human, and impactful. We want people who take ownership, communicate clearly, care about doing quality work, and bring a positive, practical approach to solving problems.

We are looking for a Mid-Level Electrical Testing and Commissioning Engineer who can take ownership of assigned testing and commissioning activities, support project leads and client teams, and contribute to ArchPoint’s standards for quality, safety, and clear communication. This role is a strong opportunity for someone looking to expand their technical capabilities, take on increasing responsibility, and grow into a project or field leadership position.

Responsibilities:

• Perform acceptance testing and commissioning on high/medium-voltage and related electrical equipment, supporting troubleshooting, and producing clear documentation onsite
• Assist and perform electrical testing and commissioning activities on power equipment and systems: transformers, breakers, relays, CTs, PTs/CCVTs, switchgear, cables, grounding systems, batteries, and DC systems
• Assist and Perform P&C testing. This includes relay testing, CT/PT Sec Injection, functionals, load checks, end to end and RTU testing
• Support troubleshooting, startup, and energization activities under the direction of a lead engineer or commissioning lead
• Read and interpret drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, test procedures, and technical documentation
• Troubleshoot issues, support startup activities, and help drive safe energization
• Document test results, field notes and prepare clear test reports or corrective actions
• Coordinate with internal teams and client stakeholders in the field
• Follow ArchPoint safety and quality standards in the field every day
• Continue developing technical knowledge and field judgment with the goal of growing into a lead role

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in electrical testing and commissioning experience in utility, industrial or power generation
• Strong troubleshooting mindset and comfort working in the field
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to take ownership of assigned testing and follow through
• Growth mindset and coachability, you want to learn and get better.
• Willingness to travel and support field schedules, outages, and energization activities
• Familiarity with Doble, Omicron, Megger, Vanguard, Fluke, or similar test equipment
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering - Preferred (or related field)
• Relay testing experience - Preferred
• NFPA 70E training or electrical safety experience - Preferred

Why ArchPoint:

You will be part of a growing team with high standards, meaningful work, and a strong focus on doing things the right way. This role offers the opportunity to help shape ArchPoint’s testing capabilities, work directly with utility and infrastructure clients, and grow with a firm that values being a trusted advisor, staying growth-focused, making a meaningful impact, and bringing a human, positive approach to the work.

We offer competitive compensation, growth opportunities, exposure to meaningful utility and infrastructure projects, and the ability to help shape a growing engineering firm.

ArchPoint Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.