Pre-Commissioning Engineer

Electric Power Systems; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Technical Courses

Career Path

Certifications incentives

Per Diem for Travel

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is seeking a Pre-Commissioning Engineer to coordinate testing and commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients across North America.

The role involves supervising startup personnel along with contractor electricians and engineering staff, performing field engineering, and ensuring safety and compliance in high-voltage environments. A strong background in electrical testing and commissioning is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or 2-year degree with relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years in electrical equipment testing and inspection, including high voltage applications.
• Knowledge of testing, commissioning and maintenance of power equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform substation field engineering, including work plan preparation and project testing.
• Review, revise and develop isolation/restoration work plans and functional tests.
• Direct troubleshooting efforts to resolve functional test deficiencies.
• Markup field change drawings, discrepancy lists and project closure packages within 30 days of in‑service date.
• Provide on-site support to Design Engineering, Substation Construction and Transmission Service Center Managers.
• Provide technical guidance on unusual or complex problems ensuring standards are maintained.

Skills

Electrical testing

High voltage

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electric Power Systems

ID US-TX-Amarillo

ID 2026-7711

Overview

Job Title: Pre-Commissioning Engineer

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

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 others 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 mark-up of field change drawings, discrepancy lists and project closure packages within 30 days of project in-service date.
• Provides 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.

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

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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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