Substation Commissioning Engineer — Electrical Power Systems

Electric Power Systems; Minneapolis (MN); Presencial; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

HSA and FSA

AD&D/Disability coverage

EAP

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Professional certification incentives

Per diem for travel

Resumo da oferta

Electric Power Systems in Minneapolis seeks a seasoned Commissioning Engineer to coordinate testing and commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients across North America. You will supervise startup personnel along with contractors and engineering staff to ensure safe, efficient project execution.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and adherence to industry practices, with opportunities for field engineering, test plan development, and on-site

Qualificações

• BS or 2-year degree in electrical engineering is a plus, 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 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 safety sensitivity of position

Responsabilidades

• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement through active participation in safety programs.
• Coordinate and lead testing and commissioning activities for substations (greenfield and brownfield).
• Verify testing and commissioning procedures meet standards and client requirements.
• Supervise startup personnel, contractor electricians, and engineering teams for safe project execution.
• Perform substation field engineering, including work plans and oversight of testing.
• Develop isolation and restoration procedures to support energization and operations.
• Prepare and execute integrated functional test plans for protection, control, and SCADA systems.
• Lead functional testing to meet project specs and utility requirements.
• Direct troubleshooting and corrective actions during commissioning.
• Mark up field drawings, generate discrepancy lists, RFIs, and closeout documentation.

Conhecimentos

Electrical testing

Substation commissioning

Leadership/ supervision

Safety culture

Communication

Troubleshooting

Formação académica

BS in Electrical Engineering

2-year degree acceptable

Ferramentas

Test equipment

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Electric Power Systems in Minneapolis seeks a seasoned Commissioning Engineer to coordinate testing and commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients across North America. You will supervise startup personnel along with contractors and engineering staff to ensure safe, efficient project execution.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and adherence to industry practices, with opportunities for field engineering, test plan development, and on-site