Test & Commissioning Engineer - Generator Control and Protection Systems, Test Field Advisors

<strong>Job Requirements </strong><br><p><strong><u>POSITION: Test & Commissioning Engineer – Generator Control and Protection Systems (Test Field Advisors (TFA)</u></strong> </p><p><strong><u>Who Are We:</u></strong> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you. The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><strong>Background:</strong><span style="background-color:transparent;"> Customer factory specializes in engineering and manufacturing electrical equipment for thermal power plants, including combustion turbines and combined cycle power plants. With the rapid increase in overseas projects, especially in the U.S. due to data center construction—we are expanding our team to address the growing demand for skilled </span><strong>Test Field Advisors (TFA).</strong><span style="background-color:transparent;"> </span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><i><strong>Note:</strong> This position required travelling to various locations within USA for Site Testing & Commissioning, also the candidate need to travel to Japan for initial <strong>4 to 6 months for Product & FAT Training.</strong></i> </p><p><strong><u>What You will Do:</u></strong> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Perform testing of generator-related panels and circuits at site</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Conduct interface checks between panels</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Commission generators and associated systems</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Execute site tests before and after GT (Gas Turbine) start-up</span> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Equipment Includes:</strong> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Generator Exciters</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Static Frequency Converters (SFC)</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Generator Control Panels</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Protection Relays for Generator/Transformer</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Auto Synchronizers</span> </p><p>  </p><p><strong>Typical Site Activities:</strong> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Before GT Start:</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Power receiving</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Panel testing within scope</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Loop checks with external panels</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Interlock and phase relation tests</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">After GT Start:</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">No-load and on-load tests (50%, 75%, 100%)</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Load rejection tests</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Performance tests</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><span style="background-color:transparent;">Special tests required by grid operators (e.g., NERC compliance)</span> </p><p style="text-align:justify;"> </p><br><br><strong>Work Experience </strong><br><p><strong><u>What You Will Bring:</u></strong> </p><ul><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and </span><strong>2–5 years of experience</strong><span style="background-color: transparent;"> in testing and commissioning electrical systems for thermal power plants.</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Hands-on experience with generator control systems, excitation systems, and protection relays</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Strong understanding of generator main circuit, synchronization, and interlock logic</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Experience in site testing procedures, including:</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Power receiving and energization</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Loop checks and interface verification</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Interlock and phase relation tests</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Load rejection and performance tests</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Familiarity with grid compliance standards (e.g., NERC, IEEE)</span> </li></ul><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Preferred Experience:</strong> </p><ul><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Commissioning of combined cycle power plants</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Knowledge of Static Frequency Converter (SFC) operation and troubleshooting</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Experience with SCADA/DCS systems integration</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and logic drawings</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Previous overseas commissioning experience</span> </li></ul><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Soft Skills:</strong> </p><ul><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">English communication skills for technical discussions and reporting</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Ability to work in multicultural teams and adapt to overseas site conditions</span> </li><li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">Problem-solving and troubleshooting under time constraints</span> </li></ul><p><strong><u>Must Have Experience</u></strong> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Systems:</strong><span style="background-color: transparent;"> AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulator), Excitation Systems, SFC (Static Frequency Converter), Synchronization Panels, Protection Relays.</span> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Protection Relays:</strong><span style="background-color: transparent;"> 87G (Differential), 64G (Stator Earth Fault), 51V (Voltage Independent Overcurrent), 40 (Loss of Field). </span> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Tests:</strong><span style="background-color: transparent;"> Open Circuit/Short Circuit Tests, Load Rejection, PSS (Power System Stabilizer) Tuning, Loop Checking, Logic/Interlock Verification, Limiters </span> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Pay Range:</u></strong><span style="background-color: transparent;"> (80,000 to 105,000 USD Per Year). </span> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><em>Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.</em> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><u>Work Requirements:</u></strong> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">As per the requirement the candidate must be on Site for Generator SAT and back to office location depending on project needs. (Hence the Site and work duration is not fixed and depends on project needed)</span> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><u>Travel requirements:</u></strong><u> </u><span style="background-color: transparent;">Travel up to 90% domestically and internationally; maintain valid driver’s license and passport.</span> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><u>Locations: </u></strong><u>Below are the current locations but more locations will be added on project basis</u> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><u>Newnan GA</u></strong> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><u>Orange Texas</u></strong> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><u>Greenville MS</u></strong> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><u>Vicksburg MS</u></strong> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><u>Cleveland Texas</u></strong> </p><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong><u>Malvern AR</u></strong> </p><p> </p><br><br>