Experienced P&C Field Services Technician

About the role

This Opportunity Supports a wide range of testing and commissioning activities through application of client testing standards, industry standards (IEEE, NETA, NFPA, NESC), and manufacturer recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned testing and commissioning tasks for Protection and Control systems on high voltage substations
• Perform on-site hands-on protective relay testing using relay test sets such as Omicron CMC 256/356 or Doble F6150. Examples of relays to be tested are SEL-311L, SEL-387, SEL-487, SEL-421, SEL-351S, GE L90, GE D60 among others
• Use field forms, digital data tools, and mobile applications to document site activities
• Support the Project Lead or Field Supervisor on projects
• Escalate complex technical problems or unexpected field conditions to the site lead or project manager
• Communicate progress, field observations, and potential delays to the project team
• May review the work of less experienced technicians for quality and accuracy, providing informal guidance as needed
• Maintain attention to detail when filling out logs, photo documentation, and label entries
• Collaborate with other technicians to maintain workflow, safety, and quality standards
• Aid in monitoring subcontractor performance and activities and report observations to field leadership
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the electrical testing industry, including experience in medium and high voltage circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and substation protection and controls testing
• Demonstrable expertise on transmission, generation, and distribution relays (SEL, Basler, Beckwith, and GE families) and protective schemes
• Technical skills related to protective relays include relay calibration utilizing test sets/measuring devices such as Omicron CMC 256/356 and Doble F6150, control scheme testing, testing of the sensing CT/PT circuits, ability to upload settings to microprocessor relays, and static & dynamic testing of microprocessor-based protective relays
• Proven experience with electrical field testing standards, practices, and procedures, such as NETA, IEEE, and NFPA applicable standards
• Demonstrable knowledge of testing electrical distribution, generation, and transmission projects with voltage levels ranging from 15 kV to 500 kV, including protective relays and circuit breakers
• Experience using technical software such as ProTesT, Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe, and AcSELerator Quickset for testing purposes and data review
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings
• Physical stamina to work in outdoor and physically demanding conditions
• Skilled in preparing field logs, sketches, and digital reports
• Experience collaborating with contractors, technicians, and engineers
• Commitment to field safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
• Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills for field team collaboration
• Capable of critical thinking and problem-solving skills to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from inspection and testing results
• Ability to support a wide variety of tasks in dynamic or changing environments
• Competent self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
• Reliable, punctual, with the ability to work independently or with a team
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies
• Credentialed with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Willingness and physical ability to lift up to 35 pounds individually, and up to 100 pounds with assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Technology degree in a similar discipline
• Experience in testing and troubleshooting electromechanical relay
• Experience in testing and commissioning electrical equipment on high voltage substations such as CTs, CCVTs, PLC systems, and DC systems, including batteries and battery chargers
• Current OSHA 30-hour or 40-hour HAZWOPER certification

Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the electrical testing industry, including experience in medium and high voltage circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and substation protection and controls testing
• Demonstrable expertise on transmission, generation, and distribution relays (SEL, Basler, Beckwith, and GE families) and protective schemes
• Technical skills related to protective relays include relay calibration utilizing test sets/measuring devices such as Omicron CMC 256/356 and Doble F6150, control scheme testing, testing of the sensing CT/PT circuits, ability to upload settings to microprocessor relays, and static & dynamic testing of microprocessor-based protective relays
• Proven experience with electrical field testing standards, practices, and procedures, such as NETA, IEEE, and NFPA applicable standards
• Demonstrable knowledge of testing electrical distribution, generation, and transmission projects with voltage levels ranging from 15 kV to 500 kV, including protective relays and circuit breakers
• Experience using technical software such as ProTesT, Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe, and AcSELerator Quickset for testing purposes and data review
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings
• Physical stamina to work in outdoor and physically demanding conditions
• Skilled in preparing field logs, sketches, and digital reports
• Experience collaborating with contractors, technicians, and engineers
• Commitment to field safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
• Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills for field team collaboration
• Capable of critical thinking and problem-solving skills to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from inspection and testing results
• Ability to support a wide variety of tasks in dynamic or changing environments
• Competent self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
• Reliable, punctual, with the ability to work independently or with a team
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies
• Credentialed with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Willingness and physical ability to lift up to 35 pounds individually, and up to 100 pounds with assistance

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Retirement savings plans
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation (or other personal time)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Pay

Expected Salary (all locations): $50.00 - $70.00 per hour

Schedule

Up to 80% travel may be required.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges.