Lead P&C Field Engineer

RMS Energy • Las Vegas, NV

10h

About The Position

RMS Energy is seeking a Lead P&C Field Engineer to support critical substation protection and control systems. The role involves testing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and commissioning relays, communication systems, and power equipment at utility, industrial, and energy infrastructure sites. The posting describes the opportunity as suitable for early-career engineers or recent graduates, although it also lists a requirement of 10+ years of relevant experience.

The engineer oversees field installation and commissioning activities, verifies protection and control functions, coordinates testing of instrumentation and communication systems, and maintains detailed project documentation. The role also includes safety compliance, client communication, field assessments, quality assurance, and collaboration with project managers and engineers.

RMS Energy describes itself as a mission-driven team focused on safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous growth. The position offers competitive compensation, full employee-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid training and education support, paid leave, compensated travel time, per diem, and an employee assistance program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 10+ years of experience in relay testing, commissioning, calibration, and maintenance of protection and control systems in substation environments.
• Expertise in three-phase power systems, protection and control schemes, CT/PT theory, and substation control wiring.
• Proven experience with Omicron, Doble, Megger, or equivalent advanced test equipment and related software.
• Working knowledge of IEEE, NERC PRC, OSHA 1910.269, and utility-specific commissioning standards.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or Power Systems.
• Hands-on experience testing, commissioning, or troubleshooting protection and control systems.
• Experience with SCADA, integration or automation systems, or substation commissioning.
• Exposure to both union and non-union environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and commissioning of relays, breakers, transformers, and other power system protection devices.
• Manage functional verification of breaker trip circuits, recloser logic, SCADA points, and alarm outputs.
• Coordinate testing and validation of CTs, PTs, CVTs, pilot wire, power line carrier, and fiber optic systems.
• Maintain job-specific records, including service reports, test forms, calibration logs, trip test results, and final commissioning sign-offs.
• Ensure assigned activities follow site safety requirements and RMS Energy policies, including completing JHA forms, using appropriate PPE, and executing LOTO protocols.
• Provide engineering and project management with technical feedback about field conditions, potential hazards, and discrepancies affecting safety or commissioning timelines.
• Interface with clients during pre-job briefs, daily updates, field issue discussions, and final commissioning turnover.
• Collaborate with RMS project managers, engineers, and other departments to meet project milestones and customer expectations.
• Perform site walkdowns, field evaluations, and risk assessments to prepare for testing and commissioning activities.
• Participate in post-project reviews and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of test procedures and verify submitted documentation is complete and accurate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, overtime potential, and merit-based raises.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid for employees, starting the month after hire.
• Promotion potential and career growth at a fast-growing company.
• 401(k) with company match, traditional and Roth options, and free investment guidance.
• Top-tier equipment provided to support field work.
• Compensated travel time and per diem.
• Paid training, certifications, and industry memberships.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Employee Assistance Program with legal, financial, and mental wellness support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED