Electrical Engineer - Substation
About this role
Job Title – Protection & Control (P&C) Field Testing Engineer
Location – 100% Remote (20 Openings) with up to 80% travel
Base Salary – $120,000 – $160,000
JOB# 83413010
Industry: Energy – Utilities
Job Category: Engineering
Employment Type – Full Time
Position Overview:
The Protection & Control (P&C) Field Testing Engineer performs testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and documentation of critical protection systems on high-voltage substations. This travel-intensive role supports transmission, distribution, and generation projects while ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform testing and commissioning of Protection and Control systems on high-voltage substations
- Conduct hands-on protective relay testing using Omicron CMC 256 or 356 or Doble F6150
- Test relays including SEL-311L, SEL-387, SEL-487, SEL-421, SEL-351S, GE L90, GE D60, and similar devices
- Execute control scheme testing, CT and PT circuit verification, relay calibration, and static and dynamic testing
- Support Project Leads and Field Supervisors on active projects
- Complete Job Hazard Analysis and adhere to all safety requirements
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and logic diagrams
- Accurately record test data and produce formal field reports
- Manage clerical tasks including timecards, expenses, and project documentation
Qualifications
Field Experience:
5+ years of experience in electrical field testing of substations including breakers, transformers, and transformer systems
Relay Systems Expertise:
Proficiency with SEL, GE, Basler, and Beckwith relay families
Testing Equipment Skills:
Skilled in relay testing using Omicron or Doble test sets
Standards and Compliance Knowledge:
Experience with NETA, IEEE, NFPA, and other applicable industry standards
Voltage Range Exposure:
Working knowledge of projects ranging from 15 kV to 500 kV
Software Proficiency:
Ability to use ProTesT, Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe, and AcSELerator
How to Apply
Submit resume, JD transcripts, and clearance to PK Daigo, Managing Director & Global Strategist at KI Executive
or WhatsApp +1-670-286-3010
Originally posted on Himalayas
