Substation Relay Testing & Commissioning Lead (Travel)

Ellaway Blues Consulting; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellaway Blues Consulting seeks an experienced electrical substation specialist to lead testing, commissioning, and field startup activities for reliability upgrades in energized substations.

The role requires reading schematics, developing isolation procedures, coordinating with contractors, and traveling to OH/PA for extended field assignments. Candidates should bring 5+ years in substation work, strong safety discipline, and proven leadership to drive on-site execution and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum associate's degree in electrical technology with 5+ years in substation field.
• 7+ years substation field experience.
• Willingness to travel to OH/PA for several weeks at a time.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and commissioning on reliability upgrades in energized substations.
• Develop isolation plans & procedures for removal and installation of equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and protection schemes.
• Assist with testing of substation SCADA systems, annunciators, and data network devices.
• Provide field support to electrical contractors, verifying wiring and pre-energization checkout.
• Mentor and train other technicians on substation practices.

Skills

Substation field experience

Reading schematics/blueprints

Testing & commissioning

Team leadership

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting root cause analysis

Education

Associates degree in electrical technology

Tools

SCADA systems testing

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Ellaway Blues Consulting seeks an experienced electrical substation specialist to lead testing, commissioning, and field startup activities for reliability upgrades in energized substations.

The role requires reading schematics, developing isolation procedures, coordinating with contractors, and traveling to OH/PA for extended field assignments. Candidates should bring 5+ years in substation work, strong safety discipline, and proven leadership to drive on-site execution and quality outcomes.