Protection & Control (P&C) Testing and Commissioning Engineer

Remote: 100%
Eomployment Type: Full Time

About the role

The P&C Field Testing and Commissioning Engineer performs hands-on relay testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and documentation at high-voltage substations. This travel-heavy role ensures protection systems operate safely and reliably across transmission, distribution, and generation projects.

What You Will Do

• Test and commission P&C systems in high-voltage substations
• Perform relay testing using Omicron or Doble equipment
• Test SEL and GE relays (e.g., SEL-311L, SEL-421, GE L90, GE D60)
• Conduct control scheme testing, CT/PT checks, and relay calibration
• Support project leads and follow all safety/JHA requirements
• Read electrical drawings and logic diagrams
• Record test data and prepare field reports
• Manage timecards, expenses, and project documentation

Who You Are

• 5+ years of electrical field testing experience in substations, including breakers, transformers, and protection systems
• Proficient with relay families such as SEL, GE, Basler, and Beckwith
• Skilled in performing relay tests using Omicron or Doble test sets
• Familiar with industry standards including NETA, IEEE, and NFPA
• Hands-on experience with projects ranging from 15 kV to 500 kV
• Experienced with testing software such as ProTesT, Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe, and AcSELerator

About Sperton

This role is sponsored by Sperton, a global recruitment and consulting firm with offices in Europe, Asia, and America. We help companies find and manage top talent across borders, providing fast, compliant, and flexible recruitment, consulting employment, and global mobility services