Senior P&C Field Services Technician

WSP•Wauwatosa, WI

About The Position

WSP is seeking a POWER Testing and Energization (PTE) Senior P&C Field Services Technician for project locations in Minnesota and Wisconsin. The technician will work with the PTE Team on electrical testing and commissioning projects for utility substations, industrial facilities, and bulk electrical power systems. The position provides advanced field technical support, leads day-to-day site activities, and applies detailed knowledge of field procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The technician performs and supports complex testing and commissioning of high-voltage substation Protection and Control systems, troubleshoots technical issues, helps maintain quality and operational continuity, and provides technical direction to junior staff. The role also supports project execution, compliance, risk mitigation, field logistics, and communication with project leadership and technical staff. Travel of up to 80% is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 9 years of experience in the electrical testing industry, including medium- and high-voltage circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and substation Protection and Controls testing.
Demonstrable expertise with transmission, generation, or distribution relays (SEL, Basler, Beckwith, and GE families) and protective schemes.
Technical skills in protective relay testing, including relay calibration using test sets or measuring devices such as Omicron CMC 256/356 and Doble F6150; control scheme testing; testing sensing CT/PT circuits; uploading settings to microprocessor relays; and static and dynamic testing of microprocessor-based protective relays.
Experience with electrical field testing standards, practices, and procedures, such as applicable NETA, IEEE, and NFPA standards.
Knowledge of testing electrical distribution, generation, and transmission projects from 15 kV to 500 kV, including protective relays and circuit breakers.
Understanding of testing and data-review software, including ProTesT, Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe, and AcSELerator Quickset.
Ability to identify and respond to field challenges and equipment malfunctions.
Proficiency in preparing field logs, sketches, and digital reports.
Physical stamina to work outdoors and in physically demanding conditions.
Significant experience collaborating with contractors, technicians, and engineers.
Commitment to field safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for field team collaboration.
Ability to support varied tasks in dynamic or changing environments.
Ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines, and maintain accountability in the field.
Commitment to continued learning and development in technical field services.
Understanding of confidentiality and ethical behavior in technical environments.
Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Willingness and physical ability to lift up to 35 pounds individually and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, basic color differentiation, and the ability to adjust focus.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Willingness to travel up to 80%.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a Technology degree in a similar discipline.
Experience testing and troubleshooting electromechanical relays.
Experience testing and commissioning high-voltage substation equipment such as CTs, CCVTs, PLC systems, and DC systems, including batteries and battery chargers.
Current OSHA 30-hour or 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.

Responsibilities

Perform testing and commissioning of Protection and Control systems on high-voltage substations.
Conduct hands-on protective relay testing using relay test sets such as Omicron CMC 256/356 or Doble F6150.
Follow safety protocols and participate in daily safety briefings and job hazard assessments.
Use field forms, digital data tools, and mobile applications to document site activities.
Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed.
Support the Project Lead or Field Supervisor on projects.
Apply advanced technical knowledge of field instrumentation and troubleshoot technical issues with minimal supervision.
Lead tailgate safety meetings and daily job hazard analyses, and support regulatory compliance walkthroughs.
Provide input to field schedules, equipment needs, and task prioritization to support project managers.
Coordinate with subcontractors on site preparation, testing logistics, and equipment deployment.
Maintain and track calibration and maintenance logs for field equipment and vehicles.
Monitor and promote compliance with site-specific health, safety, and environmental protocols.
Communicate field status, risks, and updates to project leadership and technical staff.
Support logistics for multi-day assignments, including material planning and crew deployment.
Collaborate with technical specialists to integrate findings into broader reporting and analysis.
Adapt procedures to meet site-specific requirements while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Identify and recommend opportunities to improve field data quality, safety, or scheduling.
Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.