Test & Commissioning Engineer - Generator Control & Protection Systems

Job Description

Job Description

Background: Customer factory specializes in engineering and manufacturing electrical equipment for thermal power plants, including combustion turbines and combined cycle power plants. With the rapid increase in overseas projects, especially in the U.S. due to data center construction—we are expanding our team to address the growing demand for skilled  Test Field Advisors (TFA).

Note: This position required travelling to various locations within USA for Site Testing & Commissioning, also the candidate need to travel to Japan for initial 4 to 6 months for Product & FAT Training.

What You will Do:

• Perform testing of generator-related panels and circuits at site
• Conduct interface checks between panels
• Commission generators and associated systems
• Execute site tests before and after GT (Gas Turbine) start-up

Equipment Includes:

• Generator Exciters
• Static Frequency Converters (SFC)
• Generator Control Panels
• Protection Relays for Generator/Transformer
• Auto Synchronizers

Typical Site Activities:

Before GT Start:

• Power receiving
• Panel testing within scope
• Loop checks with external panels
• Interlock and phase relation tests

After GT Start:

• No-load and on-load tests (50%, 75%, 100%)
• Load rejection tests
• Performance tests
• Special tests required by grid operators (e.g., NERC compliance)

What You Will Bring:

Technical Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 2–5 years of experience in testing and commissioning electrical systems for thermal power plants.
• Hands-on experience with generator control systems, excitation systems, and protection relays
• Strong understanding of generator main circuit, synchronization, and interlock logic
• Experience in site testing procedures, including:
• Power receiving and energization
• Loop checks and interface verification
• Interlock and phase relation tests
• Load rejection and performance tests
• Familiarity with grid compliance standards (e.g., NERC, IEEE)

Preferred Experience:

• Commissioning of combined cycle power plants
• Knowledge of Static Frequency Converter (SFC) operation and troubleshooting
• Experience with SCADA/DCS systems integration
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and logic drawings
• Previous overseas commissioning experience

Soft Skills:

• English communication skills for technical discussions and reporting
• Ability to work in multicultural teams and adapt to overseas site conditions
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting under time constraints

Must Have Experience

Systems: AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulator), Excitation Systems, SFC (Static Frequency Converter), Synchronization Panels, Protection Relays.

Protection Relays: 87G (Differential), 64G (Stator Earth Fault), 51V (Voltage Independent Overcurrent), 40 (Loss of Field).

Tests: Open Circuit/Short Circuit Tests, Load Rejection, PSS (Power System Stabilizer) Tuning, Loop Checking, Logic/Interlock Verification, Limiters

Pay Range: (80,000 to 105,000 USD Per Year).

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements:

As per the requirement the candidate must be on Site for Generator SAT and back to office location depending on project needs. (Hence the Site and work duration is not fixed and depends on project needed)

Travel requirements: Travel up to 90% domestically and internationally; maintain valid driver’s license and passport.

Locations:  Below are the current locations but more locations will be added on project basis

Newnan GA

Orange Texas

Greenville MS

Vicksburg MS

Cleveland Texas

Malvern AR

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

Company Description

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.