Commissioning Engineer

Shermco Industries

The Role

Overview

Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of high‑voltage protection and control systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • rtu upgrade
  • comm testing
  • test reporting
  • functional testing
  • protective relay
  • team oversight

Tasks

-Support RTU upgrade projects for various clients. -Perform end to end testing of communication aided tripping schemes for both fiber systems and powerline carrier using RTS, ProTest, or Protection Suite software. -Accurately documenting and submitting test reports used for client reporting and regulatory purposes. -Actively promotes safe working practices along with human performance improvement (HPI) daily. -Accurately completes time and expense reports along with maintaining good condition of assigned company vehicle. -Provide oversight of protection and control technicians and engineers. -Perform functional testing for protection and control circuitry associated with transmission lines, HV bus, transformer, circuit breaker, feeder, reactors, and capacitor banks. -Leads and/or participates on completing Job Hazard Analysis with assigned team each workday. -Perform installation, commissioning, testing, and maintenance of protective relay equipment, powerline carrier equipment, digital fault recorders (DFR’s), and remote terminal units (RTU’s).

Requirements

  • electrical engineering
  • rts
  • relay testing
  • sel relays
  • nerc prc-005-6
  • 4+ years

What You Bring

-Experienced in using test software such as RTS, ProTest, or Protection Suite. -Experience performing relay end to end testing to verify communication assisted tripping schemes such as differential, DCB, POTT, and transfer trip. -Experienced in developing detailed commissioning test plans. -Familiar with testing and calibrating GE and Westinghouse/ABB electromechanical relays. -Capable of performing in-service load checks for new equipment to validate correctness of operation. -Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology. -Familiarity with test equipment to include Doble 6150, Powercomm PCA-4125A, Arbiter 931, Vanguard CT 2000C, Omicron CT analyzer. -Experienced with commissioning GE microprocessor relays such as C30, D60, F35, L90, T35 and T60. -Familiar with NERC PRC-005-6 requirements related to protection systems, automatic reclosing, and sudden pressure relaying maintenance. -Ideal candidate will have 4+ years experience in the electrical testing industry with a focus working with protection and control equipment with HV utility, co-op, power generation, federal, or municipal clients. -Proven experience with transmission and distribution relays to include SEL, GE, ABB, and Westinghouse. -Interpret one line, three line, wiring, and schematic diagrams with ability to recognize and bring attention to discrepancies. -Experienced with commissioning SEL microprocessor relays such as 311C, 311L, 387, 411L, 421, 487B, 487E, 487V, 587, 587Z, and 787. -Strong understanding of safe work practices and human performance improvement applicable to protection and control work in utility high voltage substations.

The Company

About Shermco Industries

-The company serves a broad range of industries, providing comprehensive electrical and mechanical services to ensure operational efficiency and safety. -Shermco's expertise spans across energy, industrial, and utility sectors, offering advanced solutions tailored to specific industry needs. -Known for their ability to execute complex projects, Shermco’s services include substation maintenance, electrical testing, and generator repairs. -Their deep knowledge of the power sector and commitment to safety have made them a preferred partner for utility providers and energy companies. -Shermco Industries continues to grow, advancing its service offerings with cutting-edge technology and maintaining a strong focus on operational excellence.

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