Staff Commissioning Engineer

Wunderlich-Malec Careers•Saco, ME

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Commissioning/Testing Engineer will be responsible for leading and/or supporting the testing and commissioning of electrical equipment within an electrical substation or generator plant. Performing and directing all aspects of electrical testing including, but not limited to, protection relays, circuit breakers, transformers and other substation equipment. Staff Engineer is responsible for supporting and training new engineers/technicians in relay testing, equipment testing and substation commissioning. Responsibilities also include: Review specifications and engineering drawings to understand the purpose and functionality of substation. Directly witness or perform critical tests such as DC Functional Trip Testing prior to energization and in-service. Direct crews as necessary during critical work junctures (final commissioning and through startup). Perform all electrical testing including but not limited to P&C control equipment. Demonstrate ability to service newly designed and experimental equipment, which has not been seen before, and instill confidence in the customer. Management of resources and services required to install electrical equipment. Demonstrate safety consciousness in equipment handling, electrical and electronic procedures, and the unique situations encountered at diverse work sites. Maintain all service equipment including all test equipment, tools issued to meet specifications including ISO requirements, etc. in good working condition and maintain sufficient inventory to respond to standard calls. Develops and maintains strong working relationships with customers and demonstrates an awareness of customer needs, preferences, and time and financial constraints. Assists in the development of estimates for client proposals.

Requirements

Knowledge of programming and testing protection relays from GE, SEL, ALSTOM, SCHNEIDER, SIEMENS, and ABB.
Ability to develop programming macros for use in automated relay testing
Ability to understand AC and DC elementary diagrams, wiring diagrams and one-line drawings for the purpose of understanding system operation and developing testing requirements and procedures
Candidate should be able to obtain NICET certification or equivalent
Proven ability to motivate, mentor, and optimize in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Goal oriented and focused
Strong drive, energy, enthusiasm, and proactive style
Experience managing technical projects of various sizes
Excellent communication (written and oral) & interpersonal skills
Proven ability with problem solving and decision making
Strong organizational, multi-tasking, & time-management skills
Strong budget management skills
Diverse skill set with the ability to work independently.
Will act to guide less experienced engineers/technicians.
A Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical or engineering technology) from an accredited institution is preferred.
A minimum of 2-8+ years testing & commissioning experience should include:
In-depth understanding of three-phase power systems
In-depth understating of protection and control schemes and implementation
In-depth experience utilizing relay test sets with various relay vendors including SEL, GE, Beckwith, ABB, Basler, etc. and various manufacturers of electromechanical relays
Experience and understanding of equipment testing - circuit breakers, transformers, circuit switchers, MOABS, CTs, PTs, batteries & chargers, transfer switches, line tuners, wave traps, carrier relays, etc.
Experience executing in-service power measurements (load checks)
Experience leading crews to test and commission new and modified substations including equipment isolation/restoration and complex circuit cutovers being mindful to mitigate inadvertent operations
Experience with rotating machinery, including generators and excitation systems
Experience testing previously programmed RTUs locally and remotely to system operators
Experience with SCADA, RTU, and DFR systems
Ability to travel a minimum of 50%
Must possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted driver’s license

Responsibilities

Review specifications and engineering drawings to understand the purpose and functionality of substation
Directly witness or perform critical tests such as DC Functional Trip Testing prior to energization and in-service
Direct crews as necessary during critical work junctures (final commissioning and through startup)
Perform all electrical testing including but not limited to P&C control equipment
Demonstrate ability to service newly designed and experimental equipment, which has not been seen before, and instill confidence in the customer
Management of resources and services required to install electrical equipment
Demonstrate safety consciousness in equipment handling, electrical and electronic procedures, and the unique situations encountered at diverse work sites
Maintain all service equipment including all test equipment, tools issued to meet specifications including ISO requirements, etc. in good working condition and maintain sufficient inventory to respond to standard calls
Develops and maintains strong working relationships with customers and demonstrates an awareness of customer needs, preferences, and time and financial constraints
Assists in the development of estimates for client proposals
Develop standard testing documentation, training procedures and maintain all project documentation including certifications and calibration records.