Substation Pre-Commissioning Engineer

Electric Power Systems; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 128,943,000 - 200,579,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Instructor-Led Courses

Career Path Planning

Certifications Incentives

Travel Per Diem

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Electric Power Systems is seeking a Pre-Commissioning Area Engineer to coordinate testing and commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients. You will supervise startup personnel and coordinate with contractor electricians and engineering staff.

The role requires a BS or 2-year degree in electrical engineering, 5+ years of HV testing experience, and a strong safety record.

Qualifications

• BS or 2-year degree in electrical engineering is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical equipment testing and inspection.
• 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 transformers, breakers and switchgear.
• Experience in working in utility transmission substation is required.

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.

Skills

Electrical testing

Substation experience

Project supervision

Communication

Safety leadership

Education

Electrical engineering degree (BS or AS)

Job description

Electric Power Systems is seeking a Pre-Commissioning Area Engineer to coordinate testing and commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients. You will supervise startup personnel and coordinate with contractor electricians and engineering staff.

The role requires a BS or 2-year degree in electrical engineering, 5+ years of HV testing experience, and a strong safety record.