Test Engineer - Protection & Control (P&C) I- 4P/670

We are seeking a motivated Test Engineer - Protection & Control (P&C) I to join the Protection & Control (P&C) Field Services - Substation Integration & Automation (SIA) team within a utility and power environment.

This role is responsible for supporting the commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and integration of substation automation, SCADA, relay protection, and control systems. The position is primarily field-based and involves working directly within substations and industrial electrical environments.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical aptitude, foundational power systems knowledge, and a willingness to learn and grow within the utility protection and controls field., Protection & Control Testing

• Perform commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of:
• Substation integration systems
• SCADA equipment
• Relay protection and control systems
• Automation and communication devices
• Assist with functional testing and validation of substation control schemes.

Substation Integration & Automation

• Support installation and integration of:
• Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs)
• Microprocessor-based relays
• RTUs and SCADA systems
• Communication equipment
• Configure and verify serial and Ethernet communications.

Field Operations & Project Execution

• Execute field assignments safely, accurately, and on schedule.
• Support project planning and field coordination activities.
• Travel to substations and field locations as required.
• Maintain compliance with utility safety standards and work procedures.

Power System Analysis & Troubleshooting

• Perform:
• Power system measurements
• 3-phase calculations
• AC/DC electrical testing
• Troubleshoot relay, control, and communication system issues.
• Utilize test equipment and hand tools in energized electrical environments.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain testing records and commissioning documentation.
• Support development of test reports and field notes.
• Utilize spreadsheets and productivity tools for project tracking and reporting.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with:
• Engineers
• Technicians
• Operations personnel
• Project teams
• Participate as an active team member in field service activities.

Do you have experience in Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)?, * Bachelor’s Degree in:

• Electrical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering Technology
• Related Engineering discipline
• Degree must be from an accredited institution., * 0-5 years of related experience in:
• Protection & Control
• Substation Engineering
• SCADA Systems
• Industrial Controls
• Power Systems
• Entry-level candidates with relevant internships or co-op experience are encouraged to apply., + Substation SCADA systems
• Microprocessor-based relays / IED technology
• Serial and Ethernet communications
• Industrial control systems (PLCs)
• Relay protection and control equipment
• Generation or industrial plant controls
• AC & DC electrical systems, + Control schemes
• SCADA operations
• 3-phase power calculations
• Electrical measurements
• Communication protocols and software

Tools & Equipment

• Ability to use:
• Multimeters
• Hand tools
• Laptops and engineering software
• Spreadsheet and productivity applications

Desired Skills & Abilities

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work safely in substations and industrial environments.
• Strong teamwork and communication abilities.
• Ability to learn quickly in a hands-on field environment.
• Willingness to travel and work at field locations as needed., * Internship or co-op experience within:
• Utilities
• Power Generation
• Transmission & Distribution
• Industrial Electrical Systems
• Exposure to:
• SEL, GE, ABB, or Schweitzer relay platforms
• SCADA communication systems
• Networked substation environments