Lead P&C Technician Field Services

at WSP USA in Boise, Idaho, United States

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a POWER Testing and Energization (PTE) Lead P&C Technician Field Services for our project locations in the states of Washington, Idaho, Nevada, Arizona, and Utah. Successful applicants will be involved in projects with our PTE Team and be a part of a growing organization that is solving problems and supporting client needs in electrical testing and commissioning in utility substations, industrial, and bulk electrical power systems.

This Opportunity

Leads field operations for complex construction, environmental, and infrastructure projects by providing expert technical guidance, hands-on execution, and oversight of day-to-day site activities

Applies extensive field experience and specialized knowledge to support day-to-day site activities, troubleshoot technical challenges, and uphold quality and safety standards while ensuring escalations are made to project leadership for issues involving contractual, schedule, or major scope impacts

Coordinates with engineers, scientists, and subcontractors to ensure field tasks are delivered efficiently and in compliance with regulatory and client requirements

Supports project delivery by mentoring technicians, managing site logistics, and facilitating effective communication between field crews and project leadership

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition-and we need your help.

Your Impact

Perform testing and commissioning of Protection and Control systems on high voltage substations

Perform on-site hands-on protective relay testing using relay test sets such as Omicron CMC 256/356 or Doble F6150. Examples of relays to be tested are SEL-311L, SEL-387, SEL-487, SEL-421, SEL-351S, GE L90, GE D60 among others

Independently execute and validate advanced protection and control testing sequences, ensuring alignment with test plans, applicable standards, and client specifications

Follow safety protocols and participate in daily safety briefings and job hazard assessments

Use field forms, digital data tools, and mobile applications to document site activities

Perform equipment cleaning, inventory control, and calibration as directed

Act as a primary field liaison with clients, contractors, vendors, and project managers to communicate progress, risks, and technical concerns

Apply expert knowledge of field instrumentation and troubleshoot technical issues with minimal supervision

Lead field implementation of site-specific health and safety protocols, job hazard analyses, and quality control procedures

Lead field crews, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and ensuring consistency across work streams

Mentor junior and mid-level technicians in technical procedures, safety practices, and proper documentation

Support corrective actions by troubleshooting equipment or procedural issues and identifying practical solutions

Monitor contractor compliance with site safety plans, environmental controls, and work quality expectations

Lead field readiness planning, including tool inspection, site access coordination, utility marking, and weather contingency measures

Participate in pre-construction meetings, regulatory inspections, and client walkthroughs as the senior field representative

Ensure accurate data collection, reporting, and integration with project systems and internal databases

Maintain oversight of fleet vehicles, tools, materials, and inventory to support site productivity

Contribute expert technical expertise to incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives across projects

Maintain a strong safety culture and encourage proactive hazard recognition and reporting

Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 11 years of experience in the electrical testing industry, including experience in medium and high voltage circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and substation protection and controls testing

Demonstrable expertise on transmission, generation, or distribution relays (SEL, Basler, Beckwith, and GE families) and protective schemes

Advanced technical skills related to protective relays, including relay calibration utilizing test sets/measuring devices such as Omicron CMC 256/356 and Doble F6150, control scheme testing, testing of the sensing CT/PT circuits, ability to upload settings to microprocessor relays, and static & dynamic testing of microprocessor-based protective relays

Proven experience with electrical field testing standards, practices, and procedures, such as NETA, IEEE, and NFPA applicable standards

Expert knowledge of testing electrical distribution, generation, and transmission projects with voltage levels ranging from 15 kV to 500 kV, including protective relays and circuit breakers

Strong understanding of technical software used for testing purposes and data review: ProTesT, Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe, and AcSELerator Quickset

Demonstrable ability to identify and respond to field challenges and equipment malfunctions

Advanced skill in preparing field logs, sketches, and digital reports

Physical stamina to work in outdoor and physically demanding conditions.

Significant experience collaborating with contractors, technicians, and engineers

Demonstrated commitment to field safety, quality, and regulatory compliance

Strong verbal and written communication skills for field team collaboration

Capability to support a wide variety of tasks in dynamic or changing environments

Ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines, and maintain accountability in the field

Commitment to continued learning and development in technical field services

Understanding of confidentiality and ethical behavior in technical environments

Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently or with a team

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies

Willingness and physical ability to lift up to 35 pounds individually, and up to 100 pounds with assistance

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, basic color differentiation, and the ability to adjust focus

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Must be willing to travel (up to 80%)

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Technology degree in a similar discipline

Experience in testing and troubleshooting electromechanical relays

Experience in testing and commissioning electrical equipment on high voltage substations such as CTs, CCVTs, PLC systems, and DC systems, including batteries and battery chargers

Current OSHA 30-hour or 40-hour HAZWOPER certification

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave;