[Hiring] Senior Substation Commissioning Specialist @DLB Associates

Role Description

The Senior Substation Commissioning Specialist is responsible for overseeing the full life-cycle commissioning of electrical substations, ensuring that newly constructed or upgraded substations are fully operational and meet industry standards. This role includes reviewing design documents, coordinating with construction and engineering teams, and performing detailed testing and validation of substation systems, including power transformers, breakers, relays, and control systems.

The Senior Substation Commissioning Specialist will be self-directed on day-to-day work and receive high-level instruction on new projects or assignments. Will execute commissioning and lead project teams and projects of complex scope. Will coordinate activities of other personnel.

This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of substation system electrical equipment, protection, and control systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards, including IEEE, NERC, and FERC compliance requirements.
• Skilled in using power system analysis software, protection coordination tools, and SCADA integration.
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management.
• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation.
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness, and resourcefulness in a distraction-free workspace.
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements.
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information).
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
• Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others.
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Requirements

• Perform On-site Substation Commissioning Activities and Manage Projects (50%):
  • On-site inspection, validation, functional testing, verification, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, protection relays, and control systems.
  • Participate in factory witness testing and observe startup activities.
  • Use technical equipment to perform testing – Omicron test unit experience is a plus but not required.
  • Direct vendors/contractors in the execution of the testing.
  • Timely and effective management and delivery of projects.
  • Identify potential project risks and aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines.
  • Primary site contact for clients and build effective, long-term client relationships.
  • Onboarding of project team for mobilization and provides ongoing updates.
• Develop Testing Plans and Procedures for Substation Projects (20%):
  • Development of commissioning plans.
  • Prepare pre-functional checklists.
  • Prepare functional performance test scripts.
• Review Substation Design Documents, Drawings and Specifications (15%):
  • Review shop drawings and submittals.
  • Review sequence of operations.
  • Lead and participate in commissioning focused design reviews.
• Reporting (15%):
  • Direct and assist with all project communication and reporting.
  • Prepare and oversee development of project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Prepare and oversee the final commissioning report for submission to client.
  • Manage personal hours and site team’s hours using company tools.
• Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget.
• Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned.

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option).
• Flex spending accounts (FSA).
• Dental and vision plans.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse/domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26.
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option.
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year.
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage.
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and professional licensing assistance.
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment.