Pre-Commissioning Engineer

Electric Power Systems; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and Accidental Death Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive Pay

Job summary

Electric Power Systems is seeking a Pre‑Commissioning Area Engineer to coordinate the testing and commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations. The successful candidate will have a BS or 2-year degree in electrical engineering, with at least 5 years of experience in electrical testing and inspection, especially in high voltage applications.

This role involves direct supervision of startup personnel and troubleshooting efforts to ensure compliance with safety standards and customer design requirements. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical equipment testing and inspection.
• Broad experience with electrical apparatus in power industry.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate testing and commissioning of electrical substations.
• Prepare work plans and project testing functions.
• Direct troubleshooting efforts to resolve test deficiencies.
• Provide on-site support to engineers and managers.
• Ensure customer design standards are maintained.

Skills

Electrical engineering communication

Electrical testing and inspection

Management and supervisory skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Safety compliance

High voltage applications

Functional testing

Education

BS or 2-year degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Microprocessor-type relays

Electrical apparatus (transformers, breakers, switchgear)

Job description

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)
• Competitive Pay

Perks

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

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. Individual will provide direct supervision over Electric Power Systems startup personnel along with other suppliers such as contractors or 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, prepare integrated functional test plans, and perform 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 mark‑up 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.
• Able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen due to this being a safety sensitive position.

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.