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

- **Company:** 4P Consulting Inc.
- **Location:** Birmingham, AL, United States
- **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position
- **Skills:** Spreadsheets, Communications Protocols, Microprocessors, Ethernet, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Productivity Software, Software Tools, Test Scripts, Process Control Systems, Laptops, Communication Devices
- **Published:** November 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/test-engineer-protection-control-p-c-i-4p-670-birmingham-al--44263694-f3b5-40c8-a91c-341ef7df2fc4

## About the Role

Testing, Testing, On Site Support, Automation, Control Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Commissioning, Electrical Substation, Functional Testing, Microprocessor, * 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

## Description

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.