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TRC Companies, Inc. · 7 hours ago

Lead Commissioning Engineer

TRC Companies, Inc. is a leading provider of engineering services that blends scientific expertise with technology to create innovative solutions. They are seeking a Lead Commissioning Engineer to perform testing and routine maintenance of power equipment and manage commissioning projects for Transmission and Distribution substations. The role involves troubleshooting, planning, and ensuring safe project completion without service interruptions.

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Responsibilities

Perform testing/routine maintenance of Transmission and Distribution substation power equipment, relaying (electro-mechanical, solid state and micro-processor), pilot channel equipment (power line carrier, pilot wire, transfer trip, fiber optic, Continuous Variable Transmission (CVTs), line tuners, line traps, etc.), controls and communications equipment testing, including (without limitation)
Reading/verifying all voltage and current inputs to relays
Verifying all metering (local and SCADA); calibrating all relays; trip testing (local and SCADA)
Verifying all alarms (local and SCADA); verifying all function switches, etc
Perform routine troubleshooting and repair of substation relaying and control equipment in Transmission and Distribution substations
Commission new Transmission and Distribution substations, power equipment, relaying (electromechanical, solid state and micro-processor), pilot channel equipment (power line carrier, pilot wire, transfer trip, fiber optic, line tuners, line traps, etc.), controls and communications equipment
Plan, schedule, and complete projects efficiently, on schedule, and without service interruptions
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Commissioning experienceSubstation designPower system protectionFundamentals of EngineeringSCADA systemsTroubleshooting skillsBasic PC skillsProject managementCommunication

Required

BS or BSET degree in an appropriate discipline
Minimum of 7 years field experience in commissioning, panel and equipment checkout, relay calibration, testing and repairing substation relaying and control schemes
Must have excellent verbal and written skills and be able to communicate and negotiate effectively
Knowledge of 3-phase power systems and fault analysis; power system protection & control schemes; test equipment; test equipment software; SCADA remotes
Skills: Project management; test equipment and tool / wiring usage; interpretation of wiring and elementary diagrams; basic test skills to perform duties listed above; troubleshooting skills; basic PC skills
Ability to quickly learn and apply test procedures for various types of substation equipment; communicate effectively with diverse groups, tailoring communication for audience and situation

Preferred

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Professional Engineer (PE) desirable
Experience is desirable in any of the following related areas: substation design (including protection & control engineering); substation construction; substation commissioning; SCADA/Fault Data/SER/Integration-Automation equipment installation and testing

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

Company

TRC Companies, Inc.

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H1B Sponsorship

TRC Companies, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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2025-12-15Acquired
1978-07-21IPO

Leadership Team

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Douglas Massih
Chief Operating Officer - Infrastructure Sector
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Pim Spierenburg
COO EMEA Intelligent Grid Solutions
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