Protection & Control Technician

Protection & Controls Technician (Substation Testing & Commissioning)

Location: Nationwide (U.S. – 100% Travel)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Protection & Controls (P&C) Technician to support substation testing and commissioning projects across the United States. This role is fully travel-based and requires extensive fieldwork supporting new construction, upgrades, and maintenance of high-voltage substations.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in relay testing, control systems, and commissioning activities within utility or EPC environments and be comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced field conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform testing, commissioning, and maintenance of protection and control systems in substations (up to 765kV or as applicable)
• Conduct functional testing of protective relays, including SEL, GE, ABB, Siemens, and other OEM devices
• Execute end-to-end commissioning activities, including:
  • Point-to-point wiring checks
  • Control circuit verification
  • SCADA and communications testing
  • Breaker timing and functional checks
• Interpret and work from schematics, wiring diagrams, and logic drawings
• Perform relay settings verification and implementation
• Carry out troubleshooting and diagnostics on P&C systems, resolving issues efficiently in the field
• Support energization and system turn-over activities
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, company procedures, and client requirements
• Document testing results, produce commissioning reports, and maintain accurate field records
• Collaborate with project engineers, utility clients, and field teams to deliver projects on schedule

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in protection & controls, substation testing, or commissioning
• Associate’s degree or technical certification in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field
• Experience working with major utilities or EPC contractors
• Hands-on experience with protective relay testing equipment
• Strong understanding of:
  • Substation protection schemes (line, transformer, bus, feeder protection)
  • Electrical fundamentals and power systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and relay logic
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively (100%)
• Strong commitment to safety practices and procedures