Real Field Integration Experts
Optimized for Complex Field Deployment
We recruit the engineers, commissioning leads, and technical field directors who make complex power systems operational, from FAT through final energization. As power service and integration recruiters, we support OEMs, EPCs, and integrators through the last critical phase of a project: where factory-tested design meets live voltage, field realities, and timelines with zero margin for error. Our candidates lead system verification, logic testing, and energized commissioning with a focus on safety, protection coordination, and performance integrity.
They’ve overseen phased startups across GIS and AIS yards, resolved SCADA dropouts mid-cutover, and managed high-pressure handoffs between contractors and owner-operators. We work with talent who treat grid compliance, interconnection requirements, and parallel generation risk as mission-critical, not just procedural boxes to check, so your projects move from “installed” to “in service” with confidence.
Industry Knowledge
Designed for Real-Time Challenges
We place professionals with deep experience commissioning control houses, packaged substations, and high-voltage enclosures, NETA-certified technicians, field P&C engineers, and energization project leaders who bridge factory-tested systems to field readiness across transmission, distribution, industrial, and data center applications.
Our candidates coordinate utility witness testing, resolve CT/PT polarity and protection issues under pressure, and guide T-line energization in live environments where every decision in the yard or control room impacts safety, schedule, and revenue.
Specialized Roles We Fill
Focused on Energization and Field Operations
We connect integrators, OEM partners, and EPCs with professionals who lead power-up, resolve startup issues, and deliver fully commissioned systems that meet standards and commercial obligations. These are the people who translate drawings and studies into energized assets, owning the details that keep projects safe, compliant, and on schedule.
Success Stories
Real People, Real Impact
Having worked with Nanette, I would recommend her. From the first time that we interacted it was apparent that she cares not just about the role that she is filling but also the individual.
The little things such as her check ins and her cultivating relationships are some of the items that set her apart.
Multi-site manufacturing General Manager
Finding strong electrical engineer candidates was proving to be a challenge for us. That’s when we brought in Nanette. After sharing our needs and expectations, she quickly got to work. In just about two weeks, she presented a highly qualified candidate. We interviewed him, brought him on board, and he’s been excelling ever since. Nanette’s dedication to both her clients and candidates is evident, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in search of top-tier team members.
Marketing Manager
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Nanette Foster for more than twenty years and can say with full confidence that she is one of the most talented and dedicated employment recruiters in the industry. Nanette has a true gift for identifying top-tier talent and aligning it with the unique needs of each organization she partners with.
President & CEO
Nanette’s personalized approach sets her apart; she takes the time to truly understand both the client and the candidate, going beyond resumes and job descriptions to ensure a meaningful and lasting fit. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to build genuine relationships make her an invaluable resource in the hiring process.
President & CEO
Whether supporting large-scale recruitment efforts or filling highly specialized roles, Nanette consistently delivers with efficiency, grace, and a deep sense of integrity. She’s not just a recruiter, she’s a trusted partner, advisor, and friend.
I highly recommend Nanette to any company or individual looking for an expert in talent acquisition who leads with heart, strategy, and results.
President & CEO
Nanette’s approach is thoughtful, detailed, and truly candidate focused. She takes the time to understand both the individual and the role, ensuring a strong match. Working with Nanette was a smooth and positive experience from start to finish. I highly recommend working with Nanette.
General Manager
Nanette is a passionate person that helped with my recruitment process. I greatly recommend her! Thanks for everything Nanette.
Electrical Test Engineer
I met Nanette in 2010, and through out these years, she has helped me multiple times professionally and personally. Her ability to marry innovative ideas with customer needs led to key decisions that significantly boosted our company… Ethically and professionally, Nanette will always be there for you. I highly recommend working with Nanette. You will never regret putting your trust and needs in her.
Engineering Director
Built on Industry Insight
Recruiting That Closes Critical Gaps
We focus on leaders and specialists charged with turning power service and integration plans into safe, on-time energization across complex projects. Every search is anchored in clear mandates, compress outage windows, manage multi-party interfaces, reduce rework, and protect both grid stability and contractual milestones.
Our process looks beyond tool lists and credential strings to evaluate how candidates perform in real conditions: night and weekend cutovers, utility delays, changing scopes, and sites where communication can make or break the startup. We align integration and commissioning talent with your engineering standards, safety culture, and customer expectations so each placement closes the gap between “as designed” and “as energized.”
Speed
We reduce deployment delays with vetted professionals who understand energized environments, outage constraints, and critical-path dependencies, allowing them to contribute effectively from day one.
Capability
Our candidates operate confidently across protection schemes, SCADA, switchgear, transformers, and system-level commissioning, coordinating multiple vendors and disciplines in the field.
Trust
We deliver credentialed experts—NETA, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and utility-qualified—who’ve led energization and recommissioning projects across North America.
Continuity
We align field integration with upstream engineering and long-term service plans, eliminating scope gaps and startup confusion that can disrupt operations after handoff.