Onsite Substation Commissioning Engineer

Field Commissioning Engineer – High Voltage Substations

Overview

Seeking a Field Commissioning Engineer with hands-on experience working inside high-voltage substations (138kV–365kV). This role supports EPC substation upgrade and service projects, leading commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and energization activities across North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commissioning plans, procedures, and energization activities.
• Test and commission HV equipment including transformers, breakers, GIS, protection relays, SCADA, and control systems.
• Perform functional testing, relay verification, point-to-point checks, and system integration.
• Troubleshoot equipment and control system issues using tools such as OMICRON, Doble, and Megger.
• Coordinate with project teams, OEMs, and customers to support project execution.
• Maintain commissioning documentation, test reports, and as-built records.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, LOTO procedures, OSHA requirements, and Zero Harm program.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or equivalent field experience.
• Experience commissioning high-voltage substations (138kV–365kV).
• Strong knowledge of protection & control systems, SCADA, and relay testing.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, logic diagrams, and protection settings.
• Proficiency with electrical testing equipment.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout North America.

Preferred Qualifications

• NETA, IEEE, or related industry certifications.
• Utility commissioning and switching procedure experience.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to advanced HV and grid modernization technologies.
• Career growth toward Commissioning Lead positions.
• Opportunity to work on critical energy infrastructure and utility projects.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.