Electrical Testing & Commissioning Technician - Substation / Relay / Transformer
About Us
Advanced Electric Systems (AES) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Quanta Services (NYSE: PWR), the largest utility contractor in North America. We specialize in high‑voltage substation electrical testing, maintenance, and repair, and have completed projects across the continent from our Salt Lake City, Utah headquarters. As a Quanta Services company, we leverage extensive operational bandwidth and employ highly skilled individuals on challenging projects.
About This Role
We are seeking experienced Electrical Testing & Commissioning Technicians (mid‑level through senior) in the Salt Lake City area. The position involves traveling nationwide to work on critical electrical infrastructure, performing testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting on cutting‑edge systems while benefiting from the stability and resources of one of North America’s largest utility infrastructure organizations.
Typical Work Performed
- Acceptance & Maintenance Testing
- Relay Functional & End‑to‑End Testing
- Transformer Electrical Testing (TTR, PF, Winding Resistance)
- Breaker Timing & Contact Resistance
- CT Polarity & Saturation Testing
- Primary & Secondary Injection
- Protection Scheme Verification
- Switchgear & GIS Commissioning
- Outage‑Based Startup & System Energization
- Troubleshooting Protection & Control Systems
Systems & Equipment Supported
- Protective Relay Systems (SEL, GE Multilin, ABB, Siemens, Basler)
- Power Transformers (Dry‑Type & Oil‑Filled)
- Instrument Transformers (CTs / VTs)
- Circuit Breakers (LV / MV / HV – Vacuum, SF₆, Oil)
- GIS Equipment
- Medium & High Voltage Switchgear
- Protection & Control Schemes
- DC Systems & Battery Banks
What You’ll Do
- Perform field testing, troubleshooting, startup, and commissioning of electrical equipment.
- Interpret electrical one‑lines, schematics, protection logic, and relay settings.
- Execute relay testing and protection scheme verification during outage‑based commissioning projects.
- Lead or support field crews during testing, commissioning, and energization activities.
- Provide technical leadership on startup and capital upgrade projects when applicable.
- Document and report test results per project specifications.
- Coordinate with utility clients, EPCs, and project management teams.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years electrical testing or commissioning experience.
- Class A CDL or willingness to obtain one.
- Experience with substation equipment testing.
- Familiarity with protective relay testing.
- Experience with Doble, Omicron, Manta, Vanguard, or similar equipment.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Willingness to travel for project assignments.
Preferred Qualifications
- NETA II / III / IV Certification.
- Transformer testing experience.
- Breaker testing experience.
- Commissioning or startup experience.
- Utility or EPC project experience.
- Renewable interconnect or BESS project experience.
- Military prime power or equivalent experience.
What You’ll Get
- Top‑tier wages with additional per diem and travel pay when eligible.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with a strong company match.
- Access to an industry‑leading safety culture supported by Quanta Services’ national training network.
- Unlimited career growth opportunities within the expansive Quanta family of companies.