P&C Test Engineer II

About the role

The P&C Test Engineer II is a developing field professional responsible for executing assigned commissioning and testing scopes under the oversight of a Senior or Lead Test Engineer. This role is actively expanding from component-level task execution toward independent system-level understanding and is expected to demonstrate growing confidence in protection testing, drawing navigation, and safe work execution with decreasing reliance on step-by-step direction.

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned relay protection testing tasks using Doble, Omicron, RTS, SEL AcSELerator, GE Enervista, and equivalent testing platforms under Senior or Lead oversight.
• Perform relay input/output testing, analog-to-digital metering checks, and individual element pickup and timing tests with accurate documentation of results.
• Execute CT and VT testing including ratio, polarity, phasing, and single-point grounding verification on familiar configurations with oversight available for complex arrangements.
• Read and navigate one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and panel layouts with confidence on standard configurations.
• Identify station phasing and equipment orientation with guidance on novel or complex configurations.
• Apply developing knowledge of AC/DC power system fundamentals and basic power calculations, protection zones and equipment relationship, overcurrent/differential/basic impedance protection concepts, instrument transformer behavior and accuracy class, and breaker control circuits including trip coils, auxiliary contacts, and DC battery systems.
• Navigate relay manufacturer instruction manuals and settings files to support assigned testing tasks.
• Begin connecting individual test results to the broader protection scheme with Senior or Lead coaching.

Requirements

• Minimum 1+ years of experience in high-voltage Protection & Control testing and commissioning.
• Familiar with SEL, GE, ABB, Siemens, Westinghouse, or equivalent relay platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Technology, or an Associate degree in Electrical Technology or related field experience preferred.
• Experience commissioning substations from 12.5kV through 245kV preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and OSHA Electrical Safe Work Practices is preferred.
• First Aid / CPR certification preferred.
• Familiarity with NERC CIP requirements preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a satisfactory background/MVR check.
• Must pass a pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and/or random drug test.
• Questioning attitude — seeks to understand the "why" behind each test, flags drawing inconsistencies and unexpected results, and raises questions with the Senior or Lead before work begins rather than assuming intent.
• High attention to detail across wiring landings, test connections, settings file handling, and documentation — every test result, redline, and daily report is complete, accurate, and defensible.
• Calm and methodical under outage windows, client observation, and work in energized substation environments up to 765kV.
• Strong communication skills — proactively reports task status, observations, and concerns to the Senior or Lead, and contributes constructively in pre-job briefs, tailboards, JHA reviews, and post-job reviews.
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical depth — actively studies protection theory, relay platforms (SEL, GE, ABB, Siemens, Doble, Omicron, RTS), and POWERX commissioning standards to accelerate progression toward Senior level.
• Organizational discipline — keeps test records, redlines, commissioning folders, and daily reports complete and well-structured, and supports the Senior or Lead in turnover documentation and commissioning package preparation.
• Adaptability across distribution and transmission substation environments, varied relay platforms and protection schemes, night and weekend outage schedules, and travel as required.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development through POWERX Academy training, mentorship from Senior and Lead engineers, and steady progression along the P&C career ladder.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel sufficient to produce accurate test records, redlines, daily field reports, and task-level test and isolation plans for Senior or Lead review.
• Capable of following technical direction from the Senior or Lead and applying it accurately in the field, while beginning to exercise independent judgment on familiar, standard configurations.

Skills

• Technical knowledge of relay protection systems, breaker controls, CT/VT circuits, transformer protection, and substation equipment testing.
• Ability to read and navigate one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and panel layouts.
• Understanding of AC/DC power system fundamentals and basic power calculations, protection zones and equipment relationship, overcurrent/differential/basic impedance protection concepts, instrument transformer behavior and accuracy class, and breaker control circuits including trip coils, auxiliary contacts, and DC battery systems.
• Experience with Doble, Omicron, RTS, SEL AcSELerator, GE Enervista, and equivalent testing platforms.
• Ability to maintain complete, accurate, and well-organized test records, redlines, and daily reports.
• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work safely around energized electrical equipment and mechanical hazards.
• Ability to work in operational substations and construction environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Ability to work overtime and outage schedules as necessary.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, noise, vibration, heat, dust, oil, grease, and energized equipment environments.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Incentives for Certifications
• Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, Basic Life/AD&D, and other ancillary products
• 401k program with a company match

Pay

Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Variable schedule to accommodate fieldwork and project demands.