Testing and Commissioning Engineer

TRC Companies, Inc.; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 67,496 - 108,160; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance

401k package including company match

Paid time off ranging from 15 to 25 days per year

Job summary

TRC Companies, Inc. in Addison, Texas, is seeking Commissioning Engineers of varied experience levels to support client teams. The role involves planning and coordinating commissioning activities for utility substations, reviewing engineering documents, and preparing detailed project reports.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical or Power Systems, and experience in testing and commissioning. The company offers significant benefits, including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical or Power Systems preferred).
• Experience in testing and commissioning services.
• Electric utility experience preferred but will train.

Responsibilities

• Plan and document commissioning activities for utility substations.
• Review engineering documents and perform troubleshooting.
• Prepare comprehensive project reports and risk assessments.

Skills

Electrical or Power Systems knowledge

Testing and commissioning experience

Ability to read engineering documents

Understanding of protection systems

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

Tools

Doble Protection Suite

ProTest

SEL AcSELerator

Job description

Overview

Due to continued growth, TRC Field Services (FSV) is seeking additional Commissioning Engineers of varied experience levels to support our Client Teams. We have a staff of over 200 experienced utility and industrial commissioning engineers and test technicians, delivering comprehensive, cost-effective solutions safely to our Electric Utility Customers. Our in-house training ensures efficient project start-up and adherence to standards and specifications. We follow well-documented procedures to ensure safe and thorough planning and testing.

Will consider candidates near other TRC offices: https://www.trccompanies.com/offices/

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, perform and document all commissioning activities (pre-commissioning, through construction, testing - commissioning, energization - project close-out) of various utility substation protection, control and power circuits in accordance with TRC’s and Client’s requirements, budgets, schedules
• Review wiring diagrams, schematics, engineering documents in advance of projects and outages
• Perform trouble-shooting and problem analysis associated with protection and control systems and utility substation equipment, including but not limited to application errors, drawing errors, wiring errors, setting errors, equipment malfunctions, battery ground fault, etc.
• Participate in project meetings (kickoff, planning, progress, lessons learned)
• Prepare detailed daily, weekly, and project completion reports and documentation that includes progress, issues, recommendations, test results, and analysis
• Assist in developing project-specific testing and commissioning plans, energization plans, or other assigned documentation
• Identify risks and mitigation techniques; develop a Site Risk Assessment to document all high-risk construction and commissioning activities and formalize the processes of circuit isolation and restoration to ensure personnel safety
• Ensure all applicable tests and/or commissioning activities are performed on every piece of equipment or system in accordance with planning and project documents, and that test results are acceptable, permanently recorded, filed, and distributed properly
• Develop and review detailed test reports of various types of electrical equipment

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Electrical or Power Systems preferred) from an accredited institution and related experience with testing and commissioning services
• Electric utility experience preferred; will train T-C Engineers with experience in commissioning complex commercial-industrial equipment including protective relays or other power systems; relay knowledge is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand construction and manufacturer drawings and specifications as well as schematic diagrams
• Strong knowledge of (or ability to learn) electrical protection systems, relay communication; basic understanding of AC/DC schematics, wiring and drawings, one-line and three-line interconnection diagrams
• Experience in medium and high voltage substation and power plant equipment; perform basic apparatus testing and interpret test results with supervision
• Solid testing and commissioning knowledge of substation utility protection and control circuits; perform commissioning activities and interpret results with supervision; basic knowledge of commissioning methods to conduct and document activities
• Test experience using Doble Protection Suite and/or ProTest, SEL AcSELerator, Enoserv RTS preferred
• Current US work eligibility and a valid US driver’s license issued by state of residence
• Availability for out-of-town travel up to several weeks at a time
• Availability for flexible hours, weekends, overtime, holidays and night work
• Excellent verbal and written skills and ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with clients and team members

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
• 401k package including traditional and Roth IRA options and company match
• Paid time off ranging from 15 to 25 days per year, contingent upon full-time or part-time status and seniority
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with state laws for all employees, including part-time
• Benefits applicable to US employees based on employment status; jurisdiction-specific benefit packages for international and Puerto Rico employees

Compensation

Compensation will vary based on experience, education, skill level, geographic location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation

Employee may be eligible for participation in the company’s annual discretionary bonus program contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance against key performance indicators.

Disclaimers

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Accessibility/Reasonable Accommodations

TRC complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Salary Range

USD $67,496.00 - USD $108,160.00 per year.