Senior Commissioning Engineer

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering, Inc.

Jacksonville (FL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Health insurance

401(k) / Profit sharing

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Wunderlich-Malec Services (WM) is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer in Jacksonville, FL to lead testing and commissioning of substation additions and modifications. The role involves directing field teams, witnessing critical tests, and ensuring energization with a focus on protection relays, breakers, and transformers.

Ideal candidates have 6–15+ years in power systems testing, strong communication skills, and the ability to train others while coordinating with customers and project

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical or engineering technology from an accredited institution.
6–15+ years of testing & commissioning experience for substations or related electrical systems.
Experience with relay testing, protection schemes, and commissioning activities.

Responsibilities

Lead testing and commissioning of substation equipment including protection relays, breakers, transformers.
Direct crews during critical commissioning and startup phases at job sites.
Develop and supervise testing documentation and procedures; train engineers/technicians.
Coordinate with customers, manage project resources and scheduling, ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership & mentoring

Communication skills

Project management

Troubleshooting

Travel readiness

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

NICET certification or equivalent

Tools

Relay test sets (GE/SEL/ABB/Siemens)

SCADA/RTU testing

Protection & control systems

Job description

Wunderlich-Malec Services (WM) is a 100% employee‑owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well‑established engineering companies in the United States.

When you join WM you become part of a company that is:

100% employee‑owned with 40+ years of industry history
A Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant
An ENR Top 500 Firm

We have a Senior Commissioning Engineer position available in Jacksonville, FL.

The Senior Commissioning/Testing Engineer will be responsible for testing/commissioning transmission and distribution substation additions or modifications that are installed, function, and are energized correctly. This position is responsible for leading the testing and commissioning of electrical equipment within an electrical substation or generator plant. Performing and directing all aspects of electrical testing including, but not limited to, protection relays, circuit breakers, transformers and other substation equipment. The Senior Engineer is responsible for training new engineers/technicians in relay testing, equipment testing and substation commissioning. Responsibilities also include:

Major Responsibilities

Review specifications and engineering drawings to understand the purpose and functionality of substation
Directly witness or perform critical tests such as DC Functional Trip Testing prior to energization and in‑service
Direct crews as necessary during critical work junctures (final commissioning and through startup)
Perform all electrical testing including but not limited to protection & control equipment
Demonstrate ability to service newly designed and experimental equipment, which has not been seen before, and instill confidence in the customer
Assist field crews and dispatch in developing switching to properly sequence in equipment, making sure proper hold points for testing are incorporated
Monitor the construction and be available to address technical questions as they arise during construction, installation and testing
Management of resources and services required to install electrical equipment
Demonstrate safety consciousness in equipment handling, electrical and electronic procedures, and the unique situations encountered at diverse work sites
Maintain all service equipment including all test equipment, tools issued to meet specifications including ISO requirements in good working condition and maintain sufficient inventory to respond to standard calls
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers, demonstrate an awareness of customer needs, preferences, and time and financial constraints
Proven customer service, sales ability, and ability to handle difficult customers and gain their satisfaction
Assists in the development of estimates for client proposals
Near project completion, when the equipment is ready to have its control schemes functionally tested and the equipment energized, the commissioning engineer will likely be required to work extended hours/days in a row at a particular job site
Knowledge of programming and testing protection relays from GE, SEL, ALSTOM, SCHNEIDER, SIEMENS, and ABB. Ability to develop programming macros for use in automated relay testing
Ability to understand AC and DC elementary diagrams, wiring diagrams and one‑line drawings for the purpose of understanding system operation and developing testing requirements and procedures
Develop standard testing documentation, training procedures and maintain all project documentation including certifications and calibration records. Candidate should be able to obtain NICET certification or equivalent

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

Proven ability to motivate, mentor, and optimize in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment
Goal oriented and focused
Strong drive, energy, enthusiasm, and proactive style
Experience managing technical projects of various sizes
Excellent communication (written and oral) & interpersonal skills
Proven ability with problem solving and decision making
Strong organizational, multi‑tasking, & time‑management skills
Strong budget management skills
Diverse skill set with the ability to work independently. Will act to guide less experienced engineers/technicians. May also act as Commissioning Engineer on projects

Job Requirements

Education

A Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical or engineering technology) from an accredited institution is preferred.

Experience

A minimum of 6-15+ years testing & commissioning experience should include:

In-depth understanding of three‑phase power systems
In-depth understanding of protection and control schemes and implementation
In-depth experience utilizing relay test sets with various relay vendors including SEL, GE, Beckwith, ABB, Basler, etc. and various manufacturers of electromechanical relays
In-depth understanding of equipment testing – circuit breakers, transformers, circuit switchers, MOABS, CTs, PTs, batteries & chargers, transfer switches, line tuners, wave traps, carrier relays, etc.
In-depth experience executing in‑service power measurements (load checks)
Experience leading crews to test and commission new and modified substations including equipment isolation/restoration and complex circuit cutovers being mindful to mitigate inadvertent operations
Experience with rotating machinery, including generators and excitation systems
Experience testing previously programmed RTUs locally and remotely to system operators
Experience with SCADA, RTU, and DFR systems

Travel

Ability to travel a minimum of 50%.

Driver’s License

Must possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted driver’s license.

Physical Demands of Position

Seeing, color perception, hearing, listening, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling, warm and cold temperature conditions, sun exposure, moisture, potential exposure to hazardous materials and electrical voltages.

Working Conditions

Standard office work, work‑from‑home, and in the field leadership: On site environment could require work in various temperature conditions; in and/or around moisture, on slippery and/or uneven surfaces, in confined spaces, and at heights; will require frequent standing, driving a 4‑wheel drive vehicle, and occasional bending, squatting, climbing, twisting, balancing, and reaching; will have exposure to noise, vibrations and chemicals. May require irregular or extended hours, subject to being on call and travel for project completion.

Job descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.

Benefits

Medical

Full‑time employees may be eligible for the following benefits: