Pre-Commissioning Engineer

Electric Power Systems; Englewood (TN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

HSA and FSA

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Per diem for travel

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Electric Power Systems (EPS) is seeking a Pre-Commissioning Area Engineer to coordinate testing and commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients. The role involves direct supervision of EPS startup personnel and coordination with contractor electricians and engineering staff on site.

The candidate should have 5+ years in electrical equipment testing and HV applications, with strong management, communication, and safety records.

Qualifications

• BS or 2-year degree in electrical engineering preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical equipment testing and inspection, including HV applications.
• Knowledge of testing, commissioning and maintenance of power equipment.
• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior safety record.

Responsibilities

• Perform substation field engineering and project testing functions for commissioning of new or modified transmission facilities.
• Review and develop isolation/restoration work plans and functional test plans.
• Direct troubleshooting efforts to resolve functional test deficiencies.
• Mark up field change drawings and close project packages within 30 days of in-service date.
• Provide on-site support to Design Engineering and Transmission Service Center Managers.
• Provide technical guidance on complex problems ensuring customer design standards are met.

Skills

Electrical testing

Substation experience

Leadership

Verbal & written communication

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

2-year electrical engineering degree

Job description

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

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. 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.

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.

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