Substation Testing and Commissioning Manager in Anchorage

Energy Jobline ZR; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

Life/AD&D Insurance

EAP

Opportunities for travel

Job summary

Electric Power Systems, Inc. seeks a Substation Testing & Commissioning Manager to lead our Anchorage team. This senior role combines hands-on field testing with project management, client coordination, and administrative duties.

The applicant must reside in Alaska for this position. The role involves overseeing testing, commissioning, and maintenance of substation equipment, managing projects, coordinating field technicians, and supporting business development.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience with high-voltage power systems, relays, controls, or substation apparatus.
• Familiarity with project management, estimating, and direct client interaction
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• NETA or NICET Power Testing certification is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of substation and equipment
• Manage small to mid-sized projects including estimating, quoting, and direct client communication
• Oversee and coordinate work for field technicians and support project execution
• Balance field work with office tasks such as documentation, scheduling, and reporting
• Identify new project opportunities and support business development efforts

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Field testing

Documentation & reporting

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Engineering degree

Tools

Omicron 356

Doble TDR900

ETI PI-2500

AC Hipot

DLRO 10/200A

Transformer Testers

Megohmmeter

Job description

About Us

Electric Power Systems, Inc. (EPS) is an engineering and consulting firm specializing in power system operations, design, and maintenance. Our work spans planning studies, system design, construction, testing, and periodic maintenance—serving clients in the utility and petroleum sectors across Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii, and the South Pacific.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Substation Testing & Commissioning Manager to lead and support our Substation Technician team in Anchorage, Alaska. This role involves hands-on field testing as well as project management, client coordination, and administrative duties. The applicant must reside in Alaska for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and perform testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of substation and equipment
• Manage small to mid-sized projects including estimating, quoting, and direct client communication
• Oversee and coordinate work for field technicians and support project execution
• Balance field work with office tasks such as documentation, scheduling, and reporting
• Identify new project opportunities and support business development efforts

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree or equivalent (technical school, military training); engineering degree
• Experience: 10+ years of hands-on experience with high-voltage power systems, relays, controls, or substation apparatus
• Familiarity with project management, estimating, and direct client interaction
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• NETA or NICET Power Testing certification is a plus
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record requiredExcellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and self-management
• Willing and able to relocate to Alaska if not currently residing there
• Willingness to travel extensively within Alaska, as well as to the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii, and the South Pacific

Experience with Test Equipment

• Omicron 356 (or equivalent relay test set)
• Doble TDR900 & M4100
• ETI PI-2500
• AC Hi-Pot and 10/200A DLRO
• Transformer Ratiometer
• Megohmmeter

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for travel and career growth

Electric Power Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

EPS is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.