Field Commissioning Manager - Substation Engineering

REI Utility Services • Athens, TX

47d • Onsite

About The Position

The Field Commissioning Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating commissioning activities for validation of protection & control (P&C) schemes and equipment testing for high-voltage transmission/distribution substations, power plants, and petrochemical plants. Commissioning activities include testing and commissioning of P&C schemes, instrument transformers, protective relays, revenue meters, and related electrical equipment. This role ensures testing, troubleshooting, and validation activities meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company objectives. The Field Commissioning Manager will build, develop, and lead a commissioning field team to support REI Utility Services’ growing operational needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in commissioning, protection and control, or substation field services.
• Demonstrated leadership or team management experience in utility or industrial settings.
• Strong knowledge of protective relaying, substation equipment, and commissioning practices.
• Experience with NERC compliance requirements, specifically PRC-005 documentation.
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate field commissioning activities for validation of P&C schemes and equipment testing for high-voltage transmission/distribution substations, power plants, and petrochemical plants.
• Develop and execute commissioning test plans, NERC PRC-005 documentation, and compliance activities.
• Perform testing, troubleshooting, and validation of AC/DC schematics, CT/PT circuits, relays, instrument transformers, circuit breakers, reclosers, power transformers, and other equipment.
• Manage commissioning resources, including scheduling, invoicing coordination, and maintaining test equipment.
• Support installation, demolition, and field service efforts as needed.
• Build, train, and lead a commissioning field team to meet project and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, contractors, and utility personnel to support safe and efficient project execution.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and safety requirements.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $178 per diem for nights spent away from the Athens/Home Area on approved field assignments
• Two (2) weeks of paid vacation upon hire
• Company-paid holidays
• Eligibility for 100% employer-paid health insurance on the first day of the month following successful completion of a 90-day introductory period
• Simple IRA Retirement Plan with 3% company match (after one year of employment)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager