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# Test Engineer P&C 1 4P/397

- **Company:** 4P Consulting Inc.
- **Location:** Forest Park, GA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, System Testing, Test Data, Communication Devices
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/test-engineer-p-c-1-4p-397-forest-park-ga--c2a62da3-7e88-45e4-9ade-1e97f70990b9

## About the Role

Testing, On Site Support, Commissioning, System Validation, Testing, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Equipment, Quality Assurance, Maintain Compliance, Safety Compliance, * Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferred: Electrical, Power, or related discipline), OR

 * Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or Mathematics, OR
 * Associate degree in a technical field related to electrical maintenance, OR
 * Equivalent applicable experience (Substation electrician, technician, wiremen, electrician, etc.).

Experience

 * 0-5 years of related engineering or field service experience.
 * Desired: Experience in P&C field services, electric power utility transmission construction, or substation applications (design, construction, relaying, or project management)., * Strong knowledge of 3-phase power systems, AC/DC protection and control schemes, and fault analysis.
 * Familiarity with substation test equipment and computerized relay test sets.
 * Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
 * Excellent communication skills for interacting across teams, including customers and leadership.
 * Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
 * Self-motivated learner with a questioning attitude and commitment to safety.

Other Requirements

 * Valid driver's license and ability to pass background checks (Southern Company and NERC).
 * Willingness to participate in callout rotation and respond to outages outside of normal work hours.
 * Ability to travel overnight as needed.
 * Ability to work in a field substation environment (manual switch operation, climbing, handling equipment).
 * Must live in or relocate to a reasonable commuting distance to Forest Park, GA., * Demonstrates Southern Company values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, Superior Performance.
 * Incorporates Human Performance tools into daily work.
 * Strong team player who contributes to a culture of inclusion, accountability, and quality focus.
 * Customer service mindset with attention to detail and reliability.

Fleet Vehicle Notice

This position may require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle. Requirements include:

 * Minimum of 1 year of verifiable driving experience with a valid driver's license.
 * No revocation of driving privileges in the past 36 months.
 * No major traffic violations (DUI, reckless driving, etc.) in the past 12 months.
 * Consent to continuous monitoring of Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

## Description

We are seeking a Test Engineer P&C 1 to join our Protection & Control (P&C) Field Services team. This entry-level role focuses on developing and executing test plans, commissioning, and supporting field services activities for P&C systems. The successful candidate will help validate system performance, safety, and reliability while also supporting commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of substation relays and controls., * Develop and execute test plans for P&C systems to ensure compliance with performance, safety, and reliability standards.

 * Commission, test, maintain, and troubleshoot protective relaying, controls, and communication equipment associated with substations and transmission power lines.
 * Collaborate with design engineers, developers, and product managers to derive accurate and meaningful test criteria.
 * Perform fault analysis, system checks, and protection scheme validations.
 * Analyze test data to identify deviations or anomalies; provide detailed reports and feedback to stakeholders.
 * Coordinate and manage substation outages and commissioning activities with internal teams and external vendors.
 * Ensure all activities align with safety protocols, regulatory standards, and organizational quality procedures.
 * Maintain and calibrate test equipment (voltmeters, ammeters, relay test sets, etc.).
 * Participate in troubleshooting and diagnostic activities for performance issues.
 * Document test procedures, results, and recommendations to support knowledge sharing.
 * Engage in continuous improvement by refining testing methodologies and staying current with P&C system technologies.