High-Voltage Substation Testing & Commissioning | Nationwide U.S. Travel

THE OPPORTUNITY

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently seeking Protection & Control (P&C) Field Services Technicians on behalf of our client, a globally recognized engineering and professional services organization supporting critical power infrastructure projects throughout North America.

This is an outstanding opportunity for highly skilled electrical testing and commissioning professionals who enjoy hands-on field work, extensive travel, and working on complex utility, transmission, generation, and substation projects across the United States. You can be based anywhere in the USA.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in the testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and energization of high-voltage electrical systems while supporting some of the industry’s most technically challenging power infrastructure projects.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to Project Leadership and Field Supervisors, the P&C Field Services Technician will be responsible for performing protection and control testing, relay commissioning, substation energization activities, and electrical system verification on medium and high-voltage electrical infrastructure projects.

This role requires strong technical expertise in protective relays, substation equipment, testing methodologies, and electrical commissioning practices while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

The successful candidate will work extensively in the field supporting utility substations, industrial facilities, generation sites, and transmission projects throughout North America.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Protection & Control Testing

Perform testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of Protection & Control systems within medium and high-voltage substations

Conduct static and dynamic relay testing on protective relay systems including:

• SEL
• GE Multilin
• Beckwith
• Basler
• Similar relay platforms

Verify relay settings, logic schemes, protection coordination, and system functionality

Perform CT/PT verification, polarity checks, control wiring validation, and protection system testing

Support system energization and commissioning activities

High Voltage Equipment Testing

Perform testing and verification of:

• Circuit Breakers
• Power Transformers
• Instrument Transformers
• Protective Relays
• Control Panels
• Switchgear
• Substation Equipment

Assist with troubleshooting and resolution of electrical system deficiencies identified during testing and commissioning activities

Field Operations & Safety

Lead daily tailgate meetings and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) reviews

Maintain compliance with company safety programs and industry regulations

Support field logistics, project mobilization, equipment deployment, and site coordination activities

Promote a strong safety-first culture across all project activities

Documentation & Reporting

Prepare detailed field reports, testing documentation, commissioning records, and project closeout packages

Maintain testing equipment calibration records and asset tracking documentation

Utilize digital reporting tools and field service applications to accurately document project activities

Support project turnover documentation and client reporting requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum 3+ years of experience performing electrical testing and commissioning activities within utility, industrial, generation, or transmission environments

Hands-on experience testing and commissioning:

• Protective Relays
• Circuit Breakers
• Power Transformers
• Instrument Transformers
• Protection & Control Systems

Strong experience utilizing testing equipment including:

• Omicron CMC 256 / 356
• Doble F6150
• Similar relay testing platforms

Working knowledge of:

• SEL Relays
• GE Multilin Relays
• Beckwith Relays
• Basler Relays

Experience utilizing:

• Omicron Test Universe
• AcSELerator QuickSet
• ENOSERV RTS
• ProTesT
• Protection Suite

Knowledge of:

• NETA Standards
• IEEE Standards
• NFPA Requirements

Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record

Ability to travel up to 80% throughout North America

Preferred

NETA Certification (Level II, III, or IV)

Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma or related technical education

Utility substation commissioning experience up to 500 kV

Previous experience supporting transmission, distribution, generation, or renewable energy infrastructure projects

WHAT OUR CLIENT IS LOOKING FOR

• Strong Protection & Control testing experience
• Hands-on relay testing expertise
• Utility and substation commissioning background
• Safety-focused field professional
• Self-starter capable of working independently
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent technical documentation abilities
• Willingness to travel extensively
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Hourly Rate: $50.00 – $85.00/hour
• Overtime opportunities available
• All travel expenses reimbursed
• Long-term project opportunities
• Exposure to major utility and infrastructure projects
• Career development with a globally recognized engineering organization
• Opportunity to work on critical power infrastructure projects throughout North America

WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY?

Join one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services organizations supporting critical electrical infrastructure projects across North America.

This opportunity offers the chance to work on complex transmission, distribution, generation, industrial, and utility substation projects while gaining exposure to industry-leading technologies, testing methodologies, and commissioning practices.

If you enjoy hands-on field work, solving complex technical challenges, and supporting the reliable delivery of electrical power infrastructure, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career within a highly respected organization.

APPLY TODAY

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply in confidence by submitting a MS Word resume to: info@indemand.ca

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use
IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.

Utility-Scale Solar & Renewable Energy Projects | Houston, TX & Alamogordo, NM

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently seeking a Construction Manager for our client, a leading Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) organization specializing in large-scale renewable energy and utility infrastructure projects throughout North America.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly visible, hands-on construction leader with utility-scale solar experience who thrives in fast-paced project environments and enjoys leading large field teams, driving project execution, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering complex renewable energy projects on schedule and within budget.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting into Project Leadership, the Construction Manager will be responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and monitoring all site construction activities associated with a major utility-scale solar project located in Alamogordo, New Mexico.

The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the project leadership team and will oversee project execution, field operations, subcontractor coordination, workforce planning, scheduling, safety performance, quality compliance, production tracking, and overall construction delivery.

This role requires a strong field presence, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to effectively coordinate multiple stakeholders while ensuring compliance with EPC industry best practices, OSHA regulations, project specifications, QA/QC standards, and contractual obligations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Leadership & Construction Execution

• Lead day-to-day construction activities for a large-scale utility solar project
• Develop and execute construction strategies, work plans, schedules, and resource allocation plans
• Support the Project Manager in achieving project milestones, commissioning readiness, and overall project objectives
• Coordinate and direct Superintendents, Foremen, Project Engineers, subcontractors, and field personnel
• Monitor project progress, productivity, labor utilization, equipment performance, and cost allocation
• Drive project execution while maintaining schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives

Scheduling, Planning & Cost Control

• Review project contracts, technical specifications, budgets, and construction documentation
• Support project scheduling activities utilizing MS Project, Primavera P6, and related planning tools
• Assist with forecasting, re-budgeting, and project performance analysis
• Monitor production quantities, labor hours, equipment utilization, and project expenditures
• Identify schedule risks, cost impacts, and execution challenges while implementing mitigation strategies

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Champion a strong safety-first culture throughout all project activities
• Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, HSE programs, project safety plans, and site procedures
• Support QA/QC programs and ensure adherence to project specifications and quality standards
• Participate in audits, inspections, incident investigations, and corrective action implementation
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and operational performance

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead, mentor, coach, and develop field personnel while promoting accountability and technical growth
• Foster strong collaboration between construction, engineering, procurement, logistics, and project management teams
• Coordinate equipment deliveries, material management, inventory control, and site logistics
• Maintain regular communication with project leadership regarding project status, risks, and resource requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Minimum 5+ years of Construction Management experience supporting utility-scale Solar PV and/or Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects
• Strong hands-on construction leadership experience within EPC project environments
• Utility-scale solar construction experience is required
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, workforce planning, field execution, and construction operations
• OSHA 30 Certification required (OSHA 10 acceptable for onboarding)
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Microsoft Project
  • Primavera P6
  • AutoCAD
  • Bluebeam

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline
• Electrical or Mechanical Engineering background
• NCCER, PMP, or other industry-recognized certifications
• Experience utilizing:
  • Procore
  • BIM 360
  • SAP
  • Other EPC project management systems

WHAT OUR CLIENT IS LOOKING FOR

• Proven utility-scale solar construction leader
• Strong field execution and project coordination capabilities
• Hands-on leadership style with strong site presence
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to identify and resolve issues before they impact project performance
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Target Compensation: $140,000+ (flexible for exceptional candidates)
• $120/day Per Diem (7 days per week while on-site)
• Company vehicle provided while assigned to the project site
• Rotation travel expenses paid by the company
• Direct-hire opportunity with a leading renewable energy EPC organization
• Long-term career growth within one of North America’s fastest-growing sectors

SCHEDULE & LOCATION

Initial Assignment

• Houston, Texas Office
• Standard Monday-Friday schedule
• Approximately 40 hours per week

Project Assignment

• Alamogordo, New Mexico
• Monday-Friday: 10-hour shifts
• Saturday: 8-hour shift
• Four weeks on-site followed by rotational time off during the fifth week – Rotation is Thursday – Sunday.TRAVEL & PER DIEM

  Per diem is $120/day for 7 days a week, except when the employee is on rotation. Rotation travel is paid by the client.

WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY?

• Join a leading EPC organization delivering large-scale renewable energy infrastructure projects
• Play a key leadership role on a high-profile utility-scale solar development
• Highly visible position with significant influence on project success
• Competitive compensation, per diem, company vehicle, and travel support
• Strong safety culture and collaborative project environment
• Outstanding long-term growth opportunities within the rapidly expanding renewable energy industry

APPLY TODAY

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply in confidence by submitting a MS Word resume to: info@indemand.ca

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use
IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.

SENIOR ROTATING EQUIPMENT RELIABILITY ENGINEER

Refinery Mechanical Reliability | Martinez, CA

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently seeking a Senior Rotating Equipment Reliability Engineer for our client, a leading refinery operation within a complex industrial and energy infrastructure environment. This is a senior-level technical reliability role focused on ensuring the long-term reliability, operability, and mechanical integrity of critical refinery rotating equipment.

This opportunity is ideal for a highly experienced refinery or petrochemical reliability professional with deep rotating equipment expertise, strong troubleshooting capability, and a proven track record of improving machinery performance, reducing failures, and driving reliability strategy across large industrial facilities.

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting into refinery reliability leadership, the Senior Rotating Equipment Reliability Engineer serves as a key technical authority responsible for supporting refinery-wide rotating equipment reliability and mechanical integrity initiatives.

This role partners closely with Machinery Inspectors, Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and external repair vendors to troubleshoot failures, lead reliability investigations, support turnaround execution, and develop both short- and long-term reliability strategies for critical rotating assets.

The successful candidate will play a major role in improving equipment uptime, reducing Loss of Primary Containment (LOPC) incidents, minimizing operational risk, and driving continuous improvement across refinery mechanical systems.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reliability & Mechanical Integrity Leadership

• Drive refinery rotating equipment reliability and mechanical integrity initiatives across the facility
• Champion a Goal Zero safety culture focused on reducing LOPC incidents and operational risk
• Develop and implement long-term reliability strategies, repair plans, and bad actor elimination initiatives
• Support preventative, predictive, and condition-based maintenance strategies across rotating equipment systems

Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis

• Provide advanced troubleshooting support for refinery rotating equipment issues
• Partner with Machinery Inspectors and Operations teams to diagnose failures and implement corrective actions
• Lead and participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and risk investigations to eliminate recurring equipment failures
• Evaluate machinery performance trends and identify opportunities for reliability improvement

Rotating Equipment Technical Expertise

• Support reliability and maintenance activities involving:
  • Steam turbines
  • Centrifugal and positive displacement pumps
  • Compressors
  • Gearboxes
  • Fans and blowers
  • Mechanical seals
  • Lubrication systems
• Analyze machinery performance including:
  • Vibration analysis
  • Hydraulic analysis
  • Compressor and pump efficiency evaluations
• Support machinery monitoring and protection systems associated with rotating equipment assets

Turnarounds, Projects & Vendor Oversight

• Support turnaround planning, scope development, and execution activities related to rotating equipment
• Provide technical oversight and direction to external repair vendors and machine shops
• Support reliability-driven capital projects and equipment upgrades
• Develop machinery repair scopes, reliability recommendations, and engineering solutions aligned with refinery operational goals

Engineering Compliance & Process Safety

• Initiate and support Management of Change (MOC) activities related to rotating equipment modifications
• Review and improve maintenance and operating procedures associated with rotating equipment systems
• Ensure compliance with applicable refinery standards and industry codes including:
  • API
  • ANSI
  • ASME
• Support refinery process safety, environmental, and mechanical integrity programs

Monitoring & Predictive Technologies

• Utilize condition monitoring and predictive maintenance technologies including:
  • Bentley Nevada System 1
  • SKF systems
  • Windrock
  • Vibration monitoring technologies
• Support development and enhancement of refinery predictive maintenance and machinery health programs

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QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 10 years of experience supporting rotating equipment reliability within:
  • Refining
  • Petrochemical
  • Chemical processing
  • Heavy industrial environments
• Strong expertise in rotating equipment troubleshooting, repair, and reliability engineering
• Experience leading RCFA investigations and bad actor elimination initiatives
• Strong understanding of mechanical integrity and refinery reliability best practices
• Working knowledge of:
  • API
  • ANSI
  • ASME standards

Technical Experience

• Deep technical experience with:
  • Steam turbines
  • Pumps and compressors
  • Mechanical seals
  • Lubrication systems
  • Vibration monitoring and analysis
  • Machinery protection systems
• Understanding of instrumentation and low-voltage systems associated with machinery monitoring
• Experience utilizing condition monitoring and predictive maintenance systems

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to support adjusted schedules during turnarounds, outages, and major maintenance events
• Participation in refinery on-call Mechanical Team rotation and off-hours operational support as required

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WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Improved rotating equipment reliability and refinery uptime
• Reduction in recurring failures and LOPC incidents
• Successful execution of turnaround and reliability initiatives
• Strong collaboration between Operations, Maintenance, and Reliability teams
• Safe, compliant, and cost-effective refinery machinery performance

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COMPENSATION

Competitive compensation package with a salary range of:

$156,000 – $190,000

Compensation will reflect overall experience, technical capability, education, and alignment with the scope of the role.

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume as a MS Document to us at:  info@indemand.ca.

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently assisting a client in their search for a SENIOR ELECTRICAL POWER ENGINEER(Refining Operations) in Martinez, CA.  

Full-Time | Permanent | 100% On-site

Compensation Target: $140,000 – $185,000, plus bonus, 401k & comprehensive benefits package.

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Sr. Electrical (Power) Engineer to join a clients’ refinery operations team in the Martinez, CA area. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for assuring the safe, cost-effective reliability and integrity of electrical systems across the facility. You will collaborate closely with Electrical Inspectors on both long-term reliability objectives and day-to-day troubleshooting of complex refinery electrical equipment — including 15kV, 4160V, 2300V, and 480V distribution systems, synchronous and induction motors, starters, fans and blowers — while also providing critical technical support to an on-site 98.5MW cogeneration unit.  

What You’ll Do:

• Champion a Goal Zero safety culture by ensuring compliance with site electrical safety standards, process safety fundamentals, and applicable regulations including NFPA 70E, OSHA Subpart S, and OSHA 1910.269.
• Educate and mentor team members on electrical safety, power generation, power distribution, and equipment best practices.
• Apply electrical engineering expertise across a broad range of technical activities, including:
• Design, repair, and maintenance of electrical distribution equipment (breakers, relay upgrades) and utilization equipment (motors, starters, VFDs, etc.).
• Review and development of switching instructions, electrical procedures, and preventative maintenance plans.
• Management of change (MOC) review and documentation.
• Root cause analysis and risk analysis to eliminate repeat failures.
• Evaluate electrical reliability risks and develop infrastructure upgrade plans, capital projects, and turnaround work packages, including scope development, cost-benefit analysis, equipment procurement, and field execution.
• Collaborate with craft personnel and business teams to support electrical system troubleshooting, field commissioning, and performance monitoring to ensure operability, environmental compliance, and process safety.
• Support turnaround events by developing work scope, drafting execution plans, and providing hands-on technical support during planned outages.
• Ensure all assigned projects comply with applicable industry codes and standards throughout all project phases, including NEC, IEEE, ANSI, NFPA, API, and NEMA.

Provide daily run-and-maintain technical and field support across refinery production plants, utility plants, the electrical distribution network, and the cogeneration facility.

What We’re Looking For:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 5 or more years of experience in refinery, petrochemical, power generation, or equivalent industrial electrical design, repair, and maintenance.
• Familiarity with electrical system modeling and performance analysis.
• Working knowledge of national codes and standards including IEEE, API, NEMA, NFPA, and NEC.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting, analyzing, and resolving complex electrical problems in an industrial setting.
• Experience with the design, specification, and procurement of electrical equipment and systems, including switchgear, motors, heat tracing, UPS, batteries, cathodic protection, motor-operated valves, transformers, breakers, relays, and temporary generators.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70B (Recommended Practice for Electrical Equipment Maintenance) and hands-on experience executing substation maintenance outages.
• Experience with power system modeling studies, including load flow, short circuit, protective device coordination, transient motor starting, and arc flash analysis.
• Experience with hazardous area classification per API RP-500.
• Proficiency with SKM modeling software, one-line drawings, Schweitzer relay programming, and electrical area classification is a plus. Project lifecycle management experience is also valued.

Position Specific:

• Willingness to work an adjusted schedule during high-maintenance events such as turnarounds, project execution, and equipment overhauls.
• Participation in the refinery on-call Electrical Team duty rotation for off-hours support.
• Ability to meet physical demands of working in an active refinery environment, including wearing appropriate PPE (respirator, arc flash gear), climbing ladders, ascending and descending stairs, and lifting a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Active TWIC card required, or ability to obtain one prior to start (see tsa.gov/for-industry/twic for details.

 

• Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume as a MS Document to info@indemand.ca.

 ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.