Substation Protection & Control (P&C) Lead Technician

Description

As a Substation P&C Lead Technician in the electric utility industry, you will oversee the installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of substation equipment responsible for protecting and controlling the flow of electricity within the power grid. This role requires effective leadership of a Substation P&C crew, including managing project schedules and ensuring adherence to safety and technical standards.

• Direct physical workers, wiremen, equipment specialists, and other team members to complete P&C tasks safely and efficiently.
• Apply client-specific P&C standards or demonstrate the ability to learn them rapidly.
• Analyze and test current transformer (CT) circuits with a strong understanding of related principles.
• Perform testing of Power Line Carrier (PLC) schemes including wave traps and line tuners.
• Develop and execute detailed isolation and cut-over plans.
• Provide timely documentation of as-built/as-left prints and test results.
• Commission and test microprocessor-based relays, including test plan development, execution, and end-to-end testing.
• Understand and manage clearance points/zones as defined by the operating authority.
• Apply Human Performance tools effectively in daily operations.
• Interpret and utilize P&C drawings, including schematics, wiring/logic diagrams, and cable schedules.
• Conduct full SCADA checkout, including RTU configuration application and point verification.
• The employee may be required to stand, reach with hands and arms, stoop, and kneel
• The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 50 pounds

Requirements

EEO Statement

Candidates must demonstrate expertise in digital and electromechanical relays, intelligent electronic devices (IEDs), Station Disturbance Recorders (SDRs), Digital Fault Recorders (DFRs), RTUs, SCADA systems, metering and telemetering, and various communications equipment, including PLC, tone, pilot-wire, and fiber systems.

• Exhibit a solid understanding of zones of protection and identify insufficient protection schemes.
• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in protection and control within substation environments.
• The employee may be required to travel
• The employee may be subject to rough terrain and inclement weather
• This position may require working more than 40 hours per week
• High commitment to workplace and electrical safety.
• Follow Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures rigorously, with knowledge of elevated requirements.
• Serve as a competent safety leader with a minimum of OSHA 30 Certification.
• Deep understanding of P&C principles and field practices.
• The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Demonstrated proficiency in relay testing and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot complex systems with advanced problem-solving skills.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally.
• OSHA 30 Construction Safety Certification required.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• 1-week paternity leave paid at 100%
• 401(k) with 3.5% company match
• 10 days PTO
• 2 days paid family leave
• Optional long-term disability
• Adoption assistance up to $5,000
• 100% employer-paid employee-only medical plan
• 6 weeks maternity leave paid at 100%
• Infertility benefits up to $10,000
• Optional vision and dental insurance
• 9 company-paid holidays
• 100% company-paid basic life insurance
• 100% company-paid short-term disability

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance