Field Technician - Substations

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. With a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio, Atwell is a privately owned company of 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations. Atwell is a proud recipient of the 2025 awards: ten consecutive years as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11), #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, #14 in Crain's “Fast 50,” and 2025 ENR Design Firm of the Year for the Southeastern US.

Responsibilities

• Performs equipment, control system, communications, troubleshooting, relay testing, start-up, and commissioning services
• Leads team of varying skill levels for multiple markets and scopes
• Provides guidance and mentors less experienced field staff while ensuring quality
• Provides onsite construction support and supervision; attends construction meetings, assists with construction RFIs, questions, and design updates; assists with project scheduling, coordination between Engineers, Owners, Vendors, Contractors, and other parties; verifies compliance with designs
• Prepares field testing, troubleshooting, investigation, and construction progress reports
• Programs, wires, and installs protective relaying and control systems
• Programs, installs, and tests communications, SCADA, and PLC systems
• Assists in detailed design of all aspects of Electric Power Systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, writing of equipment specifications, project and construction cost estimates, and project scheduling
• Reviews the work of Designers, Drafters, and Field Service Personnel for general quality and accuracy, as required
• Maintains a thorough understanding and applications of applicable Codes and Standards
• Maintains strong and responsive Company-Client relationships
• Maintains high ethical and professional standards
• Expected to work additional time beyond 40 hours/week as required to complete projects, proposals and/or administrative functions
• Attends conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
• Attends safety training and follows safety rules and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of Substation Testing Experience
• NETA II / III or NICET II certification
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and Word
• Professional, articulate, and able to exercise good independent judgement and discretion
• Experience leading highly technical projects
• Highly organized, motivated self-starter
• Proven record of delivering a high standard of quality work with exceptional attention to detail
• Comfortable working with ambiguity and creating systems and plans where there are none
• Flexible and able to adapt to a fast-paced environment with a quickly growing team
• Good interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills; ability to interact successfully with Clients, Contractors, Vendors, and at all levels of the organization; demonstrates high emotional intelligence
• Effective written and oral communications skills
• A strong command of the English language
• Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Skills

• Proficiency with AutoCAD and power system software such as EasyPower, ETAP or SKM (preferred)
• Experience with Omicron test equipment (preferred)
• SEL equipment installation and configuration, RTAC experience (a plus)
• Experience with configuring, testing, and commissioning IEC61850, DNP3, MODBUS, and/or other SCADA protocols
• Relay / SCADA panel wiring experience in a substation environment

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field setting and some office work is also required.

Benefits

Work/Life

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers based on travel preferences

Compensation

• Competitive compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses, and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referral bonuses
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for wellness-related expenses (gym memberships, fitness trackers, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match

Atwell’ness

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer-paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• MetLife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services