Associate Commissioning Engineer

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering, Inc.•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

Wunderlich-Malec's Electrical Testing Group is hiring an Associate Commissioning Engineer in Jacksonville, Florida. The role supports testing and commissioning electrical equipment at substations and generator plants, including protection relays, circuit breakers, transformers, and other substation equipment. The engineer works with senior-level engineers on relay and equipment testing and substation commissioning, with responsibilities that may grow to leading testing and commissioning activities. The position involves reviewing technical specifications and drawings, testing and troubleshooting AC/DC power systems, learning relay protection and control systems and NETA testing specifications, supporting commissioning and startup, maintaining service and test equipment, and keeping project documentation current. The role also includes customer relationship support and assistance with proposal estimates. Travel of at least 50% is required. Work may be performed in an office, from home, and in the field, and may involve irregular or extended hours, on-call duties, and travel for project completion.

Requirements

A minimum of 0–4+ years of testing and commissioning experience.
Understanding of or experience with three-phase power systems.
Understanding of or experience with protection and control schemes and implementation.
Understanding of or experience with ladder logic and Boolean algebra.
Understanding of or experience with AC/DC circuit fundamentals.
Understanding of or experience with microprocessor-based relay settings and programming.
Understanding of or experience with testing equipment such as multimeters, current probes, and DC supplies.
Understanding of or experience with AutoCAD design software and print reading.
Ability to travel a minimum of 50%.
Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license.
Ability to work collaboratively, stay goal-oriented, and demonstrate drive, energy, enthusiasm, and a proactive approach.
Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
Problem-solving and decision-making ability.
Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and learn new skills easily.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical, or engineering technology) from an accredited institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review specifications and engineering drawings to understand the purpose and functionality of substations and power plants.
Perform functional testing and troubleshooting of AC/DC power systems.
Develop an understanding of relay protection and control systems.
Learn NETA electrical testing specifications for substation and generation equipment.
Assist during critical work junctures, including final commissioning and startup.
Service newly designed and experimental equipment and build customer confidence.
Handle equipment safely and follow electrical and electronic procedures at diverse work sites.
Maintain service equipment, test equipment, and tools in good working condition and keep sufficient inventory for standard calls.
Develop and maintain strong customer relationships, with awareness of customer needs, preferences, and time and financial constraints.
Assist in developing estimates for client proposals.
Interpret AC and DC elementary diagrams, wiring diagrams, and one-line drawings to understand system operation and develop testing requirements and procedures.
Maintain project documentation, including certifications and calibration records.
Assist with and eventually lead testing and commissioning of substation and generation station components.