Testing & Commissioning Engineer I

TRC Companies • Augusta, ME

207d • $80,080 - $102,835

About The Position

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader. This position reports to the Regional Manager, Testing and Commissioning Services and is an entry level role where the individual will work in the Testing and Commissioning Services department under the supervision of more experienced staff. The objective for this individual is to learn and develop into a significant contributor to the Testing and Commissioning Services organization. This is a substantive role in field engineering related to assigned field services projects under the supervision of the incumbent's immediate supervisor or other designated experienced field services staff.

Requirements

• Intermediate understanding of electricity
• Basic knowledge of (or the ability to learn) electrical protection systems, including relay communications
• Basic understanding of (or the ability to learn) AC and DC schematics, wiring and drawings, one line and three line interconnection diagrams
• Basic testing knowledge of (or the ability to learn) medium and high voltage substation and power plant equipment
• Perform basic apparatus testing and interpret test results with supervision
• Basic knowledge of and ability to learn test equipment specific software to accurately conduct and document test activities
• Basic testing and commissioning knowledge of (or the ability to learn) substation utility protection and control circuits
• Perform commissioning activities and interpret results with supervision
• Basic knowledge of and ability to learn commissioning methods to accurately conduct and document commissioning activities
• Perform basic troubleshooting and problem analysis (or the ability to learn) associated with protection and control systems and utility substation equipment
• Plan, coordinate, perform and document the commissioning of various utility substation protection, control and power circuits
• Participate in project meetings including but not limited to: kickoff meetings, planning meetings, progress meetings, lessons learned meetings
• Assist in developing project specific testing and commissioning plans, energization plans, or any other assigned project specific documentation
• Identify risks and associated mitigation techniques on utility systems and equipment
• Prepare detailed daily, weekly, and project completion reports and documentation
• Ensure proper project drawing management and general housekeeping is kept onsite at all times
• Make certain all applicable tests and/or commissioning activities are performed on every piece of equipment or system
• Develop detailed test reports of various types of electrical equipment
• Review and approve detailed test reports of various types of electrical equipment
• Ability to assist Test Technician or Senior Test Technician with apparatus testing
• Assist other engineers and technicians, as required, during commissioning and startup of systems and equipment
• Conduct TRC's formal walkdown procedure prior to energizing any equipment

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Software, Settings and Logic Application and Testing (SEL, GE, ABB, ZIV, Alstom, Beckwith, NXTPhase, etc)
• Familiarity with Application and Testing Techniques, Literature (GE, ABB, Westinghouse, Basler, etc)
• Examples of Equipment to be tested include SF6/Oil/Vacuum Breakers, Circuit Switchers, Power Transformers, Capacitor Banks, Bus, CTs, PTs, CCVTs, Wave Traps, Disconnect Switches, Surge Arrestors, Regulators, Reclosers, Cables, DC Battery Banks, Grounding, Generators, Station Service Transformers, AC/DC Panels
• Examples of tests to be performed include SF6 Gas, Oil Sampling, Vacuum Bottle Integrity, Core-Ground Test, Insulation Resistance, Winding Resistance, Nitrogen System, Power Factor, Excitation, Sweep Frequency Response Analysis, Turns Ratio, Polarity, Dielectric Withstand, Motion Analysis, Operating Mechanism Inspection, Contact Resistance, Capacitance, Inductance, Impedance, Disconnect Jaw and Blade Alignment, Battery Strap and Cell Resistance/Specific Gravity/Load Tests

Responsibilities

• Ability to learn new job related skills and assume new responsibilities through progressive experience
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Ability to work independently and with others while maintaining a high level of initiative and self-motivation
• Recognize, understand and utilize the latest industry testing and commissioning standards and guidelines such as IEEE and NETA
• Provide highest level of customer service and consistently delivers a quality product. Maintains highly professional and respectful relationship with clients.
• Promote efficient flow of information and ensure complete and accurate record keeping
• Interface with Regional Managers and Project Managers to support potential projects with preparation of proposals, estimates, and schedules
• Support booked project budgets, schedules and deliverables
• Provide support to identify 'Estimates to Complete'
• Provide support to identify 'Requests for Information'
• Provide support for development of change orders and backup documentation
• Adhere to, understand, utilize and recognize the importance of TRC's Testing and Commissioning Manual, policies, procedures including but not limited to: onsite and offsite duties, planning, reporting, testing and commissioning workflow, technical guidelines, QA/QC procedures, test documentation, drawing and document management, project closeout
• Adhere to, understand and utilize TRC's Testing and Commissioning standard documentation policies
• Adhere to and understand project requirements including but not limited to: scopes of work, budgets, schedules, specific client requirements, project deliverables, and project closeout
• Provide timely responses to the Management Team when asked to provide information, perform tasks, or other duties as assigned
• Serve on industry committees and association groups as appropriate
• Must be available for out-of-town travel of up to several weeks at a time
• Must be available work flexible hours, weekends, overtime holidays and night work
• Must have excellent verbal and written skills and be able to communicate and negotiate effectively with clients, agencies, and the general public
• Must have good PC skills and experience with Adobe and Microsoft programs

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year)
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree