WSP is currently initiating a search for a Power Testing and Energization (PTE) Lead P&C Technician Field Services for our project locations in the states of Washington, Idaho, Nevada, Arizona, and Utah. Successful applicants will be involved in projects with our PTE Team and be a part of a growing organization that is solving problems and supporting client needs in electrical testing and commissioning in utility substations, industrial, and bulk electrical power systems.
This Opportunity
+ Leads fieldoperations for complex construction, environmental, and infrastructure projects by providing expert technical guidance, hands-on execution, and oversight of day-to-day site activities
+ Applies extensive field experience and specialized knowledge to support day-to-day site activities, troubleshoot technical challenges, and uphold quality and safety standards while ensuring escalations are made to project leadership for issues involving contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts
+ Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and subcontractors to ensure field tasks are delivered efficiently and in compliance with regulatory and client requirements
+ Supports project delivery by mentoring technicians, managing site logistics, and facilitating effective communication between field crews and project leadership
+ As one of the world's leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world's energy transition-and we need your help.
Your Impact
+ Perform testing and commissioning of Protection and Control systems on high voltage substations
+ Perform on-site hands-on protective relay testing using relay test sets such as Omicron CMC 256/356 or Doble F6150. Examples of relays to be tested are SEL -311L, SEL -387, SEL -487, SEL -421, SEL -351S, GE L90, GE D60 among others
+ Independently execute and validate advanced protection and control testing sequences, ensuring alignment with test plans, applicable standards, and client specifications
+ Follow safety protocols and participate in daily safety briefings and job hazard assessments
+ Use field forms, digital data tools, and mobile applications to document site activities
+ Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed
+ Act as a primary field liaison with clients, contractors, vendors, and project managers to communicate progress, risks, and technical concerns
+ Apply expert knowledge of field instrumentation and troubleshoot technical issues with minimal supervision
+ Lead field implementation of site-specific health and safety protocols, job hazard analyses, and quality control procedures
+ Lead field crews, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and ensuring consistency across work streams
+ Mentor junior and mid-level technicians in technical procedures, safety practices, and proper documentation
+ Support corrective actions by troubleshooting equipment or procedural issues and identifying practical solutions
+ Monitor contractor compliance with site safety plans, environmental controls, and work quality expectations
+ Lead field readiness planning, including tool inspection, site access coordination, utility marking, and weather contingency measures
+ Participate in pre-construction meetings, regulatory inspections, and client walkthroughs as the senior field representative
+ Ensure accurate data collection, reporting, and integration with project systems and internal databases
+ Maintain oversight of fleet vehicles, tools, materials, and inventory to support site productivity
+ Contribute expert technical expertise to incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives across projects
+ Maintain a strong safety culture and encourage proactive hazard recognition and reporting
+ Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
+ Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
+ High school diploma or equivalent
+ Minimum of 11 years of experience in the electrical testing industry, including experience in medium and high voltage circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and substation protection and controls testing
+ Demonstrable expertise on transmission, generation, or distribution relays (SEL, Basler, Beckwith, and GE families) and protective schemes
+ Advanced technical skills related to protective relays, including relay calibration utilizing test sets/measuring devices such as Omicron CMC 256/356 and Doble F6150, control scheme testing, testing of the sensing CT/PT circuits, ability to upload settings to microprocessor relays, and static & dynamic testing of microprocessor-based protective relays
+ Proven experience with electrical field testing standards, practices, and procedures, such as NETA, IEEE, and NFPA applicable standards
+ Expert knowledge of testing electrical distribution, generation, and transmission projects with voltage levels ranging from 15 kV to 500 kV, including protective relays and circuit breakers
+ Strong understanding of technical software used for testing purposes and data review: ProTesT, Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe, and AcSELerator Quickset
+ Demonstrable ability to identify and respond to field challenges and equipment malfunctions
+ Advanced skill in preparing field logs, sketches, and digital reports
+ Physical stamina to work in outdoor and physically demanding conditions.
+ Significant experience collaborating with contractors, technicians, and engineers
+ Demonstrated commitment to field safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills for field team collaboration
+ Capability to support a wide variety of tasks in dynamic or changing environments
+ Ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines, and maintain accountability in the field
+ Commitment to continued learning and development in technical field services
+ Understanding of confidentiality and ethical behavior in technical environments
+ Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently or with a team
+ Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies
+ Willingness and physical ability to lift up to 35 pounds individually, and up to 100 pounds with assistance
+ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, basic color differentiation, and the ability to adjust focus
+ Valid driver's license and clean driving record
+ Must be willing to travel (up to 80%)
Preferred Qualifications
+ Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Technology degree in a similar discipline
+ Experience in testing and troubleshooting electromechanical relays
+ Experience in testing and commissioning electrical equipment on high voltage substations such as CTs, CCVTs, PLC systems, and DC systems, including batteries and battery chargers
+ Current OSHA 30-hour or 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
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