Sr Protection and Control Field Engineer

Vereinigte Staaten

Boston, Massachusetts, United States · New York, New York, United States · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

SENIOR PROTECTION & CONTROL ENGINEER (RESIDENT) - NEW ENGLAND AREA

LOCATION

Northeastern United States (Preference given to candidates residing in New England)

PAY

DEPENDS ON SKILLS & EXPERIENCE - WHEN SUBMITTING YOUR RESUME, PLEASE INDICATE YOUR HOURLY (OR SALARY) REQUIREMENTS AND ALLOW US TO MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS.

SCHEDULE

4 x 10-Hour Workweek (Monday - Thursday)

Overtime opportunities may be available as approved and/or requested by our clients to support project schedules and outage requirements.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Powerserve Technologies is seeking an experienced Senior Protection & Control Engineer (Resident) to support and lead highly technical Protection & Control field activities on utility substation projects throughout the Northeastern United States.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced P&C professional who enjoys working in the field, leading technical teams, interfacing directly with utility clients, and helping build a regional Protection & Control organization from the ground up.

The ideal candidate will reside in the New England region and possess a strong background in substation commissioning, relay testing, troubleshooting, protection systems, and field execution. This individual will play a key role in supporting major utility infrastructure projects while helping recruit, mentor, and develop future P&C Engineers and Technicians as our presence in the region continues to expand.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and oversee Protection & Control field activities on utility substation projects.
Coordinate and direct P&C Engineers, Technicians, and subcontractors during commissioning and testing activities.
Perform and/or supervise relay testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and energization support.
Interpret and review protection and control drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and construction packages.
Perform point-to-point checks, functional testing, and system validation activities.
Troubleshoot protection, control, communications, and SCADA systems.
Support outage planning, switching coordination, and project execution activities.
Serve as a primary technical interface with utility clients, project managers, engineers, and construction teams.
Ensure compliance with client specifications, industry standards, company procedures, and safety requirements.
Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to junior engineers and technicians.
Assist in developing and growing a highly skilled regional Protection & Control team.
Support project planning, scheduling, manpower forecasting, and resource allocation activities.
Prepare technical reports, commissioning documentation, and project closeout packages.

BENEFITS

Company Vehicle Provided
Per Diem
Paid Hotel Accommodations (when applicable)
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Career Advancement Opportunities
Work with some of the nation's leading electric utilities and power delivery clients

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

Minimum 7+ years of Protection & Control experience within the electric utility industry.
Strong knowledge of utility substation protection and control systems.
Experience performing relay testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and startup activities.
Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings and protection schematics.
Experience leading field teams on utility substation projects.
Strong communication and client-facing skills.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to travel throughout the Northeastern United States as required.

PREFERRED

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) License.
NETA Certification.
Experience with SEL, GE, ABB, Siemens, Schweitzer, Beckwith, or similar relay platforms.
Experience supporting transmission and distribution substations.
Previous experience managing crews and mentoring technical personnel.
Existing relationships within the utility or power delivery industry.

WHY JOIN POWERSERVE?

At Powerserve Technologies, we are committed to building a team of highly skilled professionals who take pride in delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality solutions for our utility clients. This role offers the opportunity to become a key leader within our growing organization and help shape the future of our Protection & Control services throughout the Northeastern United States.

If you're looking for a long-term opportunity where your technical expertise, leadership abilities, and industry knowledge can make a lasting impact, we'd like to speak with you.

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