Lead Commissioning & Testing Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & LundyChattanooga, TN,

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Description

This is a field assignment based near Chattanooga, TN. The location of the assignment can vary depending on the job and / or client. Candidates must be willing to travel to field assignments.

Primary Responsibilities :

Oversee commissioning activities for substation projects, ensuring compliance with engineering and operational standards.
Provide engineering oversight, including reviewing designs, troubleshooting issues, and coordinating with teams.
Manage system testing, verification, and energization to ensure safe and reliable operation.
Work closely with construction, engineering, and operations teams to drive project completion.
Ensure adherence to safety protocols, project schedules, and utility standards.
Experience in commissioning, protection and controls, and high-voltage equipment.
Oversight of project specific testing activities including assisting with isolation plans and with flagging and barriers
Challenge and validate design approaches
Identify and correct errors and deficiencies
Provide interface between testing contractors / subcontractors and client
Review / Create project specific testing and commissioning plans and energization plans
Review / Create project specific site work plans
Review of test data to client standards and review of in-service test data (angles / load flow verification)
Monitor relay testing and review of relay settings
Monitor functional testing in accordance with the three-line current and potential and schematic diagrams
Monitor and review of testing of SCADA and communication systems
Troubleshoot issues that arise during testing activities

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience :

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

15 or more years of experience in construction & commissioning at high voltage substations

Familiarity with microprocessor protection relays used in electric utility substations. Should have a knowledge of relays from ABB, AREVA, Siemens, SEL, etc.

Ability to read and understand AC and DC Schematic Diagrams and Wiring Diagrams for electric utility substations. This includes schematics and wiring diagrams for protection, transformer protection, bus differential protection, breaker failure protection, etc.

Proficiency with MS Office applications

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Value but not required skills and experience :

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Project Managment Professional (PMP)

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance

Health Plans : Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Back-Up Daycare

FSA & HSA

401(k)

Pre-Tax Commuter Account

Merit Scholarship Program

Employee Discount Program

Corporate Charitable Giving Program

Tuition Assistance

First Professional Licensure Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Annual Personal / Sick Time (PST)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Bereavement Leave

Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

131,960.00 - $205,330.00

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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