Pre-Commissioning Engineer

Voltyx

$80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Electrical Engineering or a relevant two-year degree; experience with microprocessor relays preferred.
  • 5+ years in electrical equipment testing/inspection, particularly in high voltage environments.
  • Strong knowledge of power equipment testing, commissioning, and maintenance.
  • Demonstrated management and supervisory abilities.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven safety record in a professional setting.
  • Diverse experience with electrical apparatus in the power industry, including transformers and switchgear.
  • Required experience in utility transmission substations.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate testing and commissioning activities for electrical distribution and transmission substations.
  • Prepare work plans and oversee project testing for new or modified transmission facilities.
  • Develop and execute plans to troubleshoot and resolve issues during functional testing.
  • Mark up field change drawings and manage project closure packages promptly after project completion.
  • Support design engineering and construction teams with field insights and operational requirements.
  • Provide technical guidance on complex issues while adhering to customer design standards.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Competitive Pay
  • Talent Development with courses and online learning opportunities
  • Career Path Planning
  • Incentives for Professional Certifications
  • Competitive Per Diem for Travel
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
Overview

Job Title: Pre-Commissioning Engineer

Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks:
  • Competitive Pay
  • Talent Development - Instructor-Led Technical Courses and Online Learning
  • Career Path Planning
  • Incentives for Professional Certifications
  • Competitive Per Diem for Travel
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Job Summary:

The Pre-Commissioning Area Engineer is responsible for coordinating, work connected with the testing and/or commissioning of electrical distribution and transmission substations for utility clients. Individual will provide direct supervision over Electric Power Systems startup personnel along with others suppliers such as contractor electricians and engineering staff.

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.


Qualifications

  • BS or 2 year degree in electrical engineering is a plus, along with experience in communicating with microprocessor type relays.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical equipment testing and inspection, including high voltage applications
  • 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 wide variety of electrical apparatus used in power industry, including transformers, breakers and switchgear.
  • Experience in working in utility transmission substation is required.
  • Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen due to this being a safety sensitive position.


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