Senior P&C Field Services Technician

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

This Opportunity

Delivers advanced technical support across environmental, construction, and infrastructure-related field activities by performing complex assignments and leading day ‑ to ‑ day technical activities on site within established project parameters

Applies deep knowledge of field procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements to lead inspections, data collection, sampling, and technical troubleshooting

Serves as a field resource for resolving non-routine challenges, ensuring quality control, and maintaining operational continuity

Provides technical direction to junior staff, supports project execution, and contributes to risk mitigation and compliance efforts across diverse and active field environments

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

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

Support the Project Lead or Field Supervisor on projects

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

Lead tailgate safety meetings, daily job hazard analyses, and support regulatory compliance walkthroughs

Provide input to field schedules, equipment needs, and task prioritization to support project managers

Coordinate with subcontractors on site preparation, testing logistics, and equipment deployment

Maintain and track calibration and maintenance logs for field equipment and vehicles

Monitor and promote compliance with site‑specific health, safety, and environmental protocols

Communicate field status, risks, and updates to project leadership and technical staff

Support logistics for multi‑day assignments, including material planning and crew deployment

Collaborate with technical specialists to integrate findings into broader reporting and analysis

Adapt procedures to meet site‑specific requirements while maintaining compliance with regulations

Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvement in field data quality, safety, or scheduling

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

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 9 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

Proven technical skills related to protective relays include 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

Demonstrable 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 for testing purposes and data review: ProTesT, Prot