Job Description
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Ampirical is a company focused on innovating the power grid and empowering its team. They are seeking a Power Commissioning Engineer I with substation experience to develop commissioning plans, perform testing on substation equipment, and ensure compliance with safety standards while traveling regionally or nationally. Responsibilities Develop commissioning plans for substation projects, including physical design and protection & control (P&C) components Create relay settings files for SEL, GE, and Basler relays using protection summaries and AC/DC schematics Perform testing and commissioning on substation equipment such as circuit breakers, power transformers, CTs/PTs, switches, bus systems, and protective relays Conduct electrical testing including insulation resistance, contact resistance, power factor (Doble), TTR, winding resistance, timing, SFRA, and GPS‑based end‑to‑end relay testing Test current transformers, relay panels, and verify full protective relay functionality Support and perform SCADA and SCADA/RTU I/O verification, including automation testing Adjust and verify the operation of group‑operated switches Troubleshoot relay misoperations, equipment failures, and protection logic issues Interpret and verify one‑line diagrams, wiring schematics, protection logic, and as‑built drawings Operate industry‑standard test equipment including Megger, Doble, Vanguard, and Omicron Maintain accurate documentation including test reports, relay settings, and redline/as‑built drawings Ensure compliance with NETA, NERC PRC, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and utility safety standards Collaborate with engineers, design teams, utilities, contractors, and field personnel Travel regionally or nationally (50–75%), including overnight stays Skills Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university Valid driver's license Ability to pass drug and background screenings No travel restrictions Strong mechanical/technical aptitude and safety‑first mindset NICET Level I (Power Testing) or ability to obtain within 12 months Ability to obtain a TWIC card Detailed knowledge of relay systems and substation equipment Understanding of substation physical design and P&C Understanding of protection concepts around bus, transformer, transmission line, and distribution line protection OSHA 10 or 30 OSHA Electrical Safety / NFPA 70E (or ability to obtain) Experience in energized substations under utility safety rules Familiarity with SEL, GE, ABB, Siemens, Basler, and other relay manufacturers Knowledge of NETA ATS/ASTM, IEEE, NERC PRC, and NESC standards Benefits Profit-Sharing Bonus: Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary) Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting PTO: Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more Company Overview Ampirical is a utilities company that provides design engineering, project management, and construction services. It was founded in 2006, and is headquartered in Mandeville, Louisiana, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Ampirical has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2026, 4 in 2025, 5 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 6 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.