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A leading provider of electrical engineering, testing, and commissioning services is seeking an experienced Field Supervisor to support high-voltage substation projects. This role will oversee field service personnel while also performing hands-on relay and electrical testing, commissioning, maintenance, and start-up activities on high voltage infrastructure.

This is a senior technical leadership role suited to professionals with extensive experience in substation testing, commissioning, and high-voltage systems.

Supervise and coordinate multiple field service and commissioning projects
Oversee testing and commissioning teams working on high-voltage substation equipment
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget
Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and training to technicians
Participate in client meetings and project coordination
Support QA/QC processes and ensure compliance with technical standards
Review project scope and conduct pre-job planning meetings with technicians and subcontractors
Investigate and report on incidents or technical issues
Ensure adherence to safety policies and operational procedures

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Technology (preferred)
Approximately 15+ years of experience in high-voltage electrical testing or commissioning
Minimum 10 years in a leadership or crew lead capacity
Strong knowledge of high-voltage substation equipment and protection systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technical reporting

Technical Expertise

Candidates should have strong knowledge across several of the following testing and commissioning disciplines:

Power Factor Testing
Hipot Testing
Cable Fault Location
Protective Relay Calibration
Circuit Breaker Testing
Power Transformer Testing
Transmission / Power Line Testing
Power Line Carrier Systems
SCADA Systems
Infrared Thermography
Phasing and Load Checking
Electrical Schematics and Drawings

Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to train and mentor field technicians
Strong troubleshooting and analytical ability
Knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements in electrical field operations

Essential skills and knowledge

Ability to work both in office and field environments
Occasional overnight travel (~10%)
Ability to work extended hours or weekends when required
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally
Work Authorization - Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Closing: April 15, 2026

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Vacancy reference: PR-281661

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