Substation Commissioning Manager

Airswift is looking for a Substation Commissioning Manager to join one of our major clients in Concord, NC, for a 1-year assignment. This person will be responsible for leading the testing and commissioning of electrical equipment within an electrical substation or generator plant; performing and directing all aspects of electrical testing including, but not limited to, protection relays, circuit breakers, transformers and other substation equipment; and training new engineers/technicians in relay testing, equipment testing and substation commissioning. Job Responsibilities Review specification and engineering drawings to understand the purpose and functionality of substation. Directly witness or perform critical tests such as DC Functional Trip Testing prior to energization and in-service. Direct crews as necessary during critical work junctures (final commissioning and through startup). Perform all electrical testing including but not limited to P&C control equipment. Demonstrate ability to service newly designed and experimental equipment, which has not been seen before, and instill confidence in the customer. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers; provide scheduling and meet financial requirements of clients. Manage resources and services required to install electrical equipment. Demonstrate safety consciousness in equipment handling, electrical and electronic procedures, and the unique situations encountered at diverse work sites. Maintain all service equipment, test equipment, and tools in good working condition and maintain sufficient inventory to respond to standard calls. Education / Experience Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical or engineering technology) is required. BSEE or BSEET from an accredited institution is preferred. 7–10 years with capabilities in the following areas is preferred: In-depth understanding of three-phase power systems. In-depth understanding of protection and control schemes and implementation. In-depth experience utilizing relay test sets SEL, GE, Beckwith, ABB, Basler, etc. and various manufacturers of electromechanical relays. In-depth understanding of equipment testing – circuit breakers, transformers, circuit switchers, MOABS, CTs, PTs, batteries and chargers, transfer switches, line tuners, wave traps, carrier relays, etc. In-depth experience with PQ measurements. Experience leading crews to test and commission new and modified substations. Experience with rotating machinery, including generators and excitation systems. Experience testing previously programmed RTUs locally and remotely to system operators. Experience with SCADA, RTU, and DFR systems. Experience with AutoCAD is also desired. Ability to travel up to 25%. Possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted driver’s license. Ideal Candidate Qualifications Knowledge of programming and testing protection relays from GE, SEL, ALSTOM, SCHNEIDER, SIEMENS, and ABB. Ability to develop programming macros for use in automated relay testing. Ability to understand AC and DC elementary diagrams, wiring diagrams and one-line drawings to develop testing requirements and procedures. Develop standard testing documentation, training procedures and maintain all project documentation including certifications and calibration records. Candidate should be able to obtain NICET certification or equivalent. Diverse skill set with the ability to work independently. Will act as technical lead on projects and guide lower-level engineers/technicians. Can also serve as Commissioning Engineer on projects. Possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted driver’s license. Ability to travel up to 25%. #J-18808-Ljbffr