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Quest Global · 3 weeks ago

Test & Commissioning Engineer – Generator Control and Protection Systems (Test Field Advisors (TFA))

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $105K/yr

2+ years exp

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. The Test & Commissioning Engineer will be responsible for performing site testing and commissioning of generator panels, circuits, and associated systems for thermal power plants.

ConsultingInformation TechnologyOutsourcingSoftwareInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Perform testing of generator-related panels and circuits at site

Conduct interface checks between panels

Commission generators and associated systems

Execute site tests before and after GT (Gas Turbine) start-up

Power receiving

Panel testing within scope

Loop checks with external panels

Interlock and phase relation tests

No-load and on-load tests (50%, 75%, 100%)

Load rejection tests

Performance tests

Special tests required by grid operators (e.g., NERC compliance)

Qualification

Generator control systemsExcitation systemsProtection relaysGenerator main circuitInterlock logicPower receiving and energizationLoop checks and interface verificationInterlock and phase relation testsLoad rejection testsPerformance testsGrid compliance standards NERCGrid compliance standards IEEECommissioning combined cycle power plantsStatic Frequency Converter (SFC) operation and troubleshootingSCADA/DCS systems integrationElectrical schematics interpretationWiring diagrams interpretationLogic drawings interpretationAVR (Automatic Voltage Regulator)Synchronization panelsProtection relays 87G (Differential)Protection relays 64G (Stator Earth Fault)Protection relays 51V (Voltage Independent Overcurrent)Protection relays 40 (Loss of Field)Open Circuit/Short Circuit TestsPSS (Power System Stabilizer) TuningLogic/Interlock VerificationLimitersWork in multicultural teamsEnglish communication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 2–5 years of experience in testing and commissioning electrical systems for thermal power plants

Hands-on experience with generator control systems, excitation systems, and protection relays

Strong understanding of generator main circuit, synchronization, and interlock logic

Experience in site testing procedures, including: Power receiving and energization, Loop checks and interface verification, Interlock and phase relation tests, Load rejection and performance tests

Familiarity with grid compliance standards (e.g., NERC, IEEE)

English communication skills for technical discussions and reporting

Ability to work in multicultural teams and adapt to overseas site conditions

Problem-solving and troubleshooting under time constraints

Valid driver's license and passport

Preferred

Commissioning of combined cycle power plants

Knowledge of Static Frequency Converter (SFC) operation and troubleshooting

Experience with SCADA/DCS systems integration

Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and logic drawings

Previous overseas commissioning experience

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Company

Quest Global

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Quest Global is an engineering solutions company that offers a range of services in the engineering and technology domains.

Founded in 1997

Singapore, Central Region, SGP

10001+ employees

http://www.quest-global.com

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$1.08B

Key Investors

Hillhouse InvestmentThe Carlyle GroupChrysCapital

2026-02-23Private Equity

2023-08-08Private Equity· $500M

2021-08-23Private Equity· $150M

Leadership Team

Ajit Prabhu

Chairman & CEO

Rajendra Kumar Shreemal

Chief Financial Officer

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