Pre-Commissioning Engineer

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 61,992 - 96,432; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life and Accidental Death Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Competitive Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert Co. is seeking a Pre-Commissioning Engineer in Amarillo, Texas. This role involves coordinating the testing and commissioning of electrical substations, requiring a background in electrical equipment testing, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Candidates should have a BS or 2-year degree in electrical engineering and excellent communication skills. Benefits include competitive pay, medical insurance, and career development incentives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical equipment testing and inspection.
• Knowledge of commissioning and maintenance of power equipment.
• Experience in working in utility transmission substations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate substation field engineering and testing functions.
• Review and develop isolation and restoration work plans.
• Provide technical guidance on complex problems.

Skills

Electrical equipment testing and inspection

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of high voltage applications

Education

BS or 2 year degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Pre-Commissioning Engineer

Job Locations: US-TX-Amarillo

Overview

About The Company: Electric Power Systems (EPS) is a NETA-accredited independent electrical testing and engineering organization specializing in electrical acceptance testing, commissioning, and maintenance for clients across Data Centers, Utility, Generation, Renewables, Transit, Industrial and Commercial Facilities throughout North America. We are committed to safety, technical expertise, and setting the standard of excellence in the power industry.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks

• Competitive Pay
• Talent Development – Instructor-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
• Career Path Planning
• Incentives for Professional Certifications
• Competitive Per Diem for Travel
• Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is between $45-70 per hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Job Summary

The Pre-Commissioning Area Engineer is responsible for coordinating work connected with the testing and/or commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients. The individual will provide direct supervision over Electrical Power Systems startup personnel along with other suppliers such as contractor electricians and engineering staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform substation field engineering, including work plan preparation and project testing functions of Area Engineers in the commissioning of new or modified transmission facilities.
• Review, revise, and/or develop isolation and restoration work plans, perform preparation of integrated functional test plans, and performance of functional tests (contractor's lead AE will review any work plans that require second review).
• Direct troubleshooting efforts, including plan development and execution to resolve functional test deficiencies.
• Perform the markup of field change drawings, discrepancy lists and project closure packages within 30 days of project in-service date.
• Provide on-site support to Design Engineering, Substation Construction and to Transmission Service Center Managers engaged in the construction, operation, and maintenance of Customer's transmission system as relates to design philosophy and providing field information/valid requirements.
• Provide technical guidance on unusual or complex problems ensuring customer design standards are maintained.

Qualifications

• BS or 2 year degree in electrical engineering is a plus, along with experience in communicating with microprocessor type relays.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical equipment testing and inspection, including high voltage applications.
• Knowledge of testing, commissioning and maintenance of power equipment.
• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior Safety record.
• Broad experience with wide variety of electrical apparatus used in power industry, including transformers, breakers and switchgear.
• Experience in working in utility transmission substation is required.

EPS is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), political affiliation, military service, national origin, age or any other characteristics protected by state or federal laws.

EPS does not work with individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies, and will not recognize claim to any unsolicited resumes or candidate information.