Power Commissioning Manager - Substation Experience

Ampirical; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Commissioning Manager, where your expertise in substation projects will shine. This role involves leading commissioning activities, refining testing procedures, and collaborating with design teams to ensure successful project execution. With a commitment to innovation and a competitive benefits package, this is more than just a job—it's a career where your contributions will make a significant impact. If you have a passion for enhancing the power grid and a strong background in electrical engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (120 hours)

Paid Holidays (10 days)

Flexible Work Schedule

Opportunity for Advancement

Employer-sponsored Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in commissioning large substation projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities for substation and P&C projects.
• Develop and refine commissioning and testing procedures.

Skills

Commissioning

Electrical Engineering

Relay Systems Knowledge

Substation Equipment Knowledge

Protection Concepts Understanding

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SEL Relays

GE Relays

Basler Relays

SCADA Systems

Job description

Power Commissioning Manager - Substation Experience

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: POWER001887

Posted: February 13, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location

Greater Atlanta Office
3097 Satellite Blvd
Suite 300
Duluth, GA 30096, USA

We’d love to have you join our team as a Commissioning Manager in our Duluth, GA office. Specifically, we're looking for an individual with experience commissioning large substation projects.

Company Overview:

Ampirical has been committed to improving and strengthening the power grid since the company’s inception. Just as an ampere is the base unit for electric current, Ampirical takes pride in being on the leading edge of innovation and technology, allowing our industry to flow forward in a positive direction.

We show gratitude for our customers and uplift our team members who make it all happen. We embrace challenging - yet rewarding - work, and we invest in our people every step along the way.

Working at Ampirical is a career, not just a job.

Job Summary:

The Commissioning Engineer acts as team lead for Substation and Protection & Control (P&C) projects. The Commissioning Engineer will be responsible for all activities while on site, including physical inspection of the substation, protection and control (P&C) testing, and overseeing accompanying team members. While not in the field, you'll develop/refine commissioning and testing procedures, prepare for future commissioning projects, as well as work with design teams on substation projects. This position requires an understanding of substation physical and P&C design. One must also understand protection concepts around bus, transformer, transmission line, and distribution line protection.

What we Offer:

We offer a highly competitive compensation & benefits package for all full-time employees. Below are some highlights:

The salary range for this position starts at $100,000 - Commensurate, depending on relevant experience, education, and qualifications. Overtime is available while in the field. We also offer profit sharing bonuses to share in the success!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision effective your 1st day of employment
• 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting)
• 120 hours (about 15 days) of paid time off (PTO)
• 10 paid holiday days
• Flexible work schedule (every other Friday off)
• Opportunity for advancement and career growth
• Employer-sponsored Life Insurance, short-term and long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Pet Insurance

Who You Are:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• 4+ years of experience in Commissioning
  • In lieu of a degree, 4 years of additional experience is acceptable
• Detailed knowledge of relay systems and substation equipment
• Understanding of substation physical design and P&C
• Understanding of protection concepts around bus, transformer, transmission line, and distribution line protection
• Develop commissioning plans for substation projects including physical design and protection and control (P&C).
• Develop relay settings files for SEL, GE and Basler relays from protection summary sheets and AC/DC schematics.
• Responsible for testing of current transformers and protective relays.
• Responsible for SCADA testing.
• Adjust group operated switches.
• Fully function test relay panels.
• Collaborate with design teams.

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.