Lead Relay Field Engineer

Overview

Lead field engineer installs, calibrates and maintains protective relays and control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• relay testing
• commissioning
• troubleshooting
• drawing review
• technical support
• technical mentorship

Tasks

-Testing, including (without limitation): reading/verifying all voltage and current inputs to relays; verifying all metering (local and SCADA); calibrating all relays; trip testing (local and SCADA); verifying all alarms (local and SCADA); verifying all alarms (local and SCADA); verifying all function switches, etc. -Providing technical mentorship to junior level field service personnel. -Learn and apply client’s switching procedures and safety measures as required. -Serve as a technical lead for small project teams. -Reference and complete assignments as described in applicable specifications. -Interprets substation drawings (e.g., single line drawings, AC and DC schematics, panel wiring diagrams, and panel layout drawings). -Providing Project Technical Support to Field Service personnel. -Quickly learn and apply test procedures for various types of substation equipment; communicate effectively with diverse groups, tailoring communication for audience and situation. -Perform regular field work both indoors and outdoors. -Writing procedures and/or test plans in support of maintenance and construction activities including development of isolation plans and functional guidelines. -Interprets project-level scope of work and effectively plans commissioning and resource scheduling and provides team leadership for completing test activities efficiently, on time and without service interruptions, adhering to all established safety protocol. -Leading and performing routine troubleshooting and repair of substation relaying and control equipment. Commission new substations, power equipment, relaying (electro-mechanical, solid state and microprocessor), pilot channel equipment (power line carrier, pilot wire, transfer, transfer trip, fiber optic, CVT’s, line tuners, line traps, etc.), controls and communications equipment.

Requirements

• electrical engineering
• microsoft office
• substation
• scada
• 7+ years
• protective relaying

What You Bring

-Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) -Ability to communicate effectively in English (inclusive of reading and writing) due to the nature of safety-related materials, documentation, and interactions with clients. -Experience is desirable in any of the following related areas: substation design (including protection & control engineering); substation construction; substation commissioning; SCADA/Fault Data/SER/Integration-Automation equipment installation and testing. -Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university -Minimum of 7 years of field experience in commissioning, panel and equipment checkout, relay calibration, testing and repairing substation relaying and control schemes -Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, business acumen, management ability -Valid Driver’s license and good driving record -Test equipment and toll/wiring usage; interpretation of wiring and elementary diagrams; basic test skills to perform duties listed above; basic PC skills. -Is considered a subject matter expert in the area of protective relaying in the field.

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About Qualus

-Founded with a mission to deliver high-quality engineering and consulting solutions. -Cater to a diverse range of industries, including energy, infrastructure, and utilities. -Have grown into a trusted partner for large-scale, complex projects across North America. -Operate at the intersection of innovation and practicality, from designing sustainable infrastructure to optimizing water resources. -Play a pivotal role in both public and private sector projects, from energy production to water management. -Possess standout expertise in heavy civil projects, providing engineering solutions that are both innovative and cost-effective. -Consistently deliver with an emphasis on precision, project efficiency, and exceeding client expectations.

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