Sr Protection and Control Field Engineer
About The Position
Powerserve Technologies is seeking an experienced Senior Protection & Control Engineer (Resident) to support and lead highly technical Protection & Control field activities on utility substation projects throughout the Northeastern United States. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced P&C professional who enjoys working in the field, leading technical teams, interfacing directly with utility clients, and helping build a regional Protection & Control organization from the ground up. The ideal candidate will reside in the New England region and possess a strong background in substation commissioning, relay testing, troubleshooting, protection systems, and field execution. This individual will play a key role in supporting major utility infrastructure projects while helping recruit, mentor, and develop future P&C Engineers and Technicians as our presence in the region continues to expand.
Requirements
- Minimum 7+ years of Protection & Control experience within the electric utility industry.
- Strong knowledge of utility substation protection and control systems.
- Experience performing relay testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and startup activities.
- Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings and protection schematics.
- Experience leading field teams on utility substation projects.
- Strong communication and client-facing skills.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to travel throughout the Northeastern United States as required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License.
- NETA Certification.
- Experience with SEL, GE, ABB, Siemens, Schweitzer, Beckwith, or similar relay platforms.
- Experience supporting transmission and distribution substations.
- Previous experience managing crews and mentoring technical personnel.
- Existing relationships within the utility or power delivery industry.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee Protection & Control field activities on utility substation projects.
- Coordinate and direct P&C Engineers, Technicians, and subcontractors during commissioning and testing activities.
- Perform and/or supervise relay testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and energization support.
- Interpret and review protection and control drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and construction packages.
- Perform point-to-point checks, functional testing, and system validation activities.
- Troubleshoot protection, control, communications, and SCADA systems.
- Support outage planning, switching coordination, and project execution activities.
- Serve as a primary technical interface with utility clients, project managers, engineers, and construction teams.
- Ensure compliance with client specifications, industry standards, company procedures, and safety requirements.
- Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to junior engineers and technicians.
- Assist in developing and growing a highly skilled regional Protection & Control team.
- Support project planning, scheduling, manpower forecasting, and resource allocation activities.
- Prepare technical reports, commissioning documentation, and project closeout packages.
Benefits
- Company Vehicle Provided
- Per Diem
- Paid Hotel Accommodations (when applicable)
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Work with some of the nation's leading electric utilities and power delivery clients
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
