Lead P&C Field Engineer

RMS Energy • Georgia, GA

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 working at utility, industrial, and energy infrastructure sites to test, troubleshoot, and commission relays, communication systems, and power equipment. The posting describes the opportunity as suitable for early-career engineers or recent graduates, although its listed experience requirement calls for 10 or more years in relay testing and related work.

The engineer oversees field installation, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and commissioning activities; verifies protection and control functions; maintains detailed job records; and ensures work follows site safety requirements and RMS Energy policies. The role includes providing field feedback to engineering and project management, interfacing with clients, coordinating with internal teams, conducting site walkdowns and risk assessments, reviewing documentation, and supporting post-project improvement efforts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 10 or more 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; the posting does not specify whether this is required or preferred.
• Hands-on experience testing, commissioning, or troubleshooting protection and control systems.
• Experience with SCADA, integration/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 service reports, test forms, calibration logs, trip test results, and final commissioning sign-offs.
• Perform assigned activities according to site-specific safety requirements and RMS Energy policies, including completing JHA forms, using appropriate PPE, and executing LOTO protocols.
• Provide technical feedback to engineering and project management about field conditions, potential hazards, and discrepancies that may affect safety or commissioning timelines.
• Interface with clients during pre-job briefs, daily updates, field issue discussions, and final commissioning turnover.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other departments to meet project milestones and customer expectations.
• Perform site walkdowns, field evaluations, and risk assessments in preparation for testing and commissioning activities.
• Participate in post-project review sessions and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of test procedures and verify the completeness and accuracy of submitted documentation.
• 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.
• Steady employment and career growth, with promotion potential.
• 401(k) with company match, traditional and Roth options, and free investment guidance.
• Top-tier equipment provided for field work.
• Compensated travel time and per diem.
• Paid training, certifications, and industry memberships.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Employee Assistance Program offering legal, financial, and mental wellness support.

What This Job Offers

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