Lead Commissioning Engineer

Wunderlich-Malec Services (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is:

• 100% employee-owned with 40 years of industry history
• A Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant
• An ENR Top 500 Firm

This position is responsible for leading 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. The engineer is responsible for training new engineers/technicians in relay testing, equipment testing, and substation commissioning. Responsibilities also include:

Major Responsibilities:

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

• Review specifications and engineering drawings to understand the purpose and functionality of the substation
• Directly witness or perform critical tests such as DC Functional Trip Testing before 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, provide scheduling, and meet the 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, and 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, and demonstrate 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 to understand system operation and develop testing requirements and procedures.
• Develop standard testing documentation, and 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 the 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
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted driver's license

Physical Demands of Position Seeing, color perception, hearing, listening, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling, warm and cold temperature conditions, sun exposure, moisture, potential exposure to hazardous materials and electrical voltages.

Working Conditions Onsite environment could require work in various temperature conditions; in and/or around moisture, on slippery and/or uneven surfaces, in confined spaces, and at heights; will require frequent standing, driving a 4-wheel drive vehicle, and occasional bending, squatting, climbing, twisting, balancing, and reaching; will have exposure to noise, vibrations and chemicals. May require irregular or extended hours, subject to being on call and travel for project completion.

*Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.