Field Commissioning Manager - Substation Engineering

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

Job Title : Field Commissioning Manager

Reports To : Head of Substation Engineering

Location : Field-based with travel (Athens / Home Area as base)

FLSA Status : Exempt

Summary / Objective

The Field Commissioning Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating commissioning activities for validation of protection & control (P&C) schemes and equipment testing for high-voltage transmission / distribution substations, power plants, and petrochemical plants. Commissioning activities include testing and commissioning of P&C schemes, instrument transformers, protective relays, revenue meters, and related electrical equipment. This role ensures testing, troubleshooting, and validation activities meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company objectives. The Field Commissioning Manager will build, develop, and lead a commissioning field team to support REI Utility Services growing operational needs.

Essential Functions

• Lead and coordinate field commissioning activities for validation of P&C schemes and equipment testing for high-voltage transmission / distribution substations, power plants, and petrochemical plants.
• Develop and execute commissioning test plans, NERC PRC-005 documentation, and compliance activities.
• Perform testing, troubleshooting, and validation of AC / DC schematics, CT / PT circuits, relays, instrument transformers, circuit breakers, reclosers, power transformers, and other equipment.
• Manage commissioning resources, including scheduling, invoicing coordination, and maintaining test equipment.
• Support installation, demolition, and field service efforts as needed.
• Build, train, and lead a commissioning field team to meet project and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, contractors, and utility personnel to support safe and efficient project execution.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and safety requirements.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Compensation

This is a full-time, salaried position with an annual base salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Compensation includes per diem for approved travel and eligibility for REIs comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits Include

Pre-Employment Requirements

EEO Statement

REI Utility Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.