P&C Test Engineer

POWERX • Kalamazoo, MI

6d

About The Position

The P&C Test Engineer provides Protection & Controls (P&C) field testing and commissioning services across the Southern U.S. for utility, co-op, and municipal customers. The role delivers safe, high-quality work and assists with developing safety and compliance programs, standardizing processes, and strengthening customer relationships.

The engineer performs field testing and commissioning, including relay protection, breakers, power and instrument transformers, and control circuits. The role also reviews scopes of work and drawings; develops test procedures, checkout summaries, schedules, and commissioning plans; and compiles test results into professional reports with lessons learned. Additional responsibilities include supporting other departments, improving safety and operational procedures, completing training, maintaining technical progression, and participating in outreach and recruiting activities.

Requirements

• Satisfactory background and motor vehicle record (MVR) check.
• Must pass pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and/or random drug testing.
• Positive attitude that inspires teamwork and productivity.
• Ability to write detailed test plans, procedures, and energization checklists; define isolation boundaries; and align work with NETA/IEEE and utility standards.
• Technical proficiency in reading wire schematics and basic electrical wiring techniques.
• Proficiency with Doble, Omicron, and RTS software for equipment testing, end-to-end verification, relay logic validation, and proving trip paths from IED to breaker.
• Ability to apply LOTO, verify live-dead-live states, use HPI kits, and maintain or refresh daily JHAs as site conditions change.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• 1–3 years of experience in the electrical testing industry, focused on protection and control equipment, RTUs, and telecom with HV utility, co-op, power generation, federal, or municipal clients.
• High school diploma/GED, associate degree, or trade/technical school degree.
• Experience with transmission and distribution relays, including SEL, GE, ABB, and Westinghouse.
• Experience with substation RTUs, communication processors, and telecom equipment on brownfield and greenfield projects.
• Experience scoping, scheduling, and budgeting P&C, RTU, and telecom projects for internal and external entities.
• Experience managing P&C teams working in HV substations for utility clients.
• Familiarity with NERC CIP requirements.
• Ability to work safely around electrical and mechanical hazards.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness and ability to work occasional overtime and travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Perform field testing of relay protection, breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and control circuits.
• Execute end-to-end testing and verify relay logic and trip paths.
• Review scopes of work and drawings.
• Develop detailed procedures and checkout summaries.
• Determine project schedules and commissioning plans.
• Compile test results into professional reports and submit lessons learned.
• Ensure equipment is returned or stored properly.
• Provide subject matter expertise to other departments.
• Network with peers to identify continual improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of safety and operational procedures.
• Complete and participate in annual training events and company events.
• Maintain technical personal progression.
• Assist with networking and outreach and participate in recruiting events.
• Perform additional responsibilities and tasks as required to support organizational goals and evolving business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Incentives for certifications
• Referral bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, Basic Life/AD&D, and other ancillary products
• 401(k) program with company match
• Performance Program
• Paid parental leave
• PTO including Wellness Days and paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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