Lead P&C Field Engineer

RMS Energy • Texas, TX

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About The Position

RMS Energy is seeking a Lead P&C Field Engineer to support critical substation protection and control systems across utility, industrial, and energy infrastructure sites. The role involves overseeing field testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and commissioning of relays, communication systems, and power equipment, while working with clients and internal project teams to meet project milestones and customer expectations.

The engineer will maintain accurate job-specific records, uphold site safety requirements and RMS Energy policies, provide technical feedback on field conditions and hazards, and support quality assurance and continuous improvement. The posting describes the role as ideal for early-career engineers or recent graduates, but also lists a requirement of 10+ years of relevant experience.

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/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 detailed service reports, test forms, calibration logs, trip test results, and final commissioning sign-offs.
• Ensure assigned activities comply with site-specific safety requirements and RMS Energy policies, including JHA forms, appropriate PPE, and LOTO protocols.
• Provide technical feedback to engineering and project management about field conditions, potential hazards, and discrepancies that could 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 test and commissioning activities.
• Participate in post-project reviews 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

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid for employees, starting the month after hire.
• Overtime potential and merit-based raises.
• Promotion potential.
• 401(k) with company match, Traditional and Roth options, and free investment guidance.
• Top-tier field equipment provided.
• 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