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This position requires the Commissioning Engineer to provide testing and commissioning services along with engineering service to the Utility Substation and Generation station world.

Responsibilities include:

+ Review specification 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

+ Develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers, can provide scheduling and meet financial requirements of clients.

+ 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.

+ Develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers, demonstrates an awareness of customer needs, preferences, and time and financial constraints.

+ Management of resources and services required to install electrical equipment

+ Proven customer service, sales ability, and ability to handle irate or difficult customers and gain satisfaction

+ Assists in the development of estimates for client proposals

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.

Develop standard testing documentation, training procedures and maintain all project documentation including certifications and calibration records. Candidate should be able to obtain NICET certification or equivalent.

The ideal candidate must have a diverse skill set with the ability to work independently. Will act as technical lead on projects and guide lower level engineers/technicians. Could also act as Commissioning Engineer on projects.

Job Requirements:

Education – A Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical or engineering technology) is required. BSEE or BSEET from an accredited institution is preferred.

Experience – 7-10 years with capabilities in below areas is preferred:

+ 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 SEL, GE, Beckwith, ABB, Basler, etc. and various manufacturers of electromechanical relays

+ In-depth understanding of equipment testing - circuit breakers, transformers, circuit switchers, MOABS, CTs, PTs, batteries and chargers, transfer switches, line tuners, wave traps, carrier relays, etc.

+ In-depth experience with PQ measurements

+ Experience leading crews to test and commission new and modified substations

+ 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

+ Experience with AutoCAD is also desired

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Portsmouth, NH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $160000.00 - $190000.00/yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portsmouth,NH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025.

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