Senior Field P&C Engineer

Description

• Relay test sets including, but not limited to, Omicron CMC 256/356 or Doble F6150 and associated software (ex. Doble ProTesT, Doble Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe)
• Support daily pre-job briefs, perform job hazard analyses, promote safety and Human Performance Improvement (HPI) awareness, recognize error precursors, and accurately identify and apply HPI tools.
• Learn and perform testing of microprocessor protective relays and schemes associated with, but not limited to, transmission lines, busses, power transformers, capacitor banks, feeders, breakers, etc.
• Functional testing of DC protection and control circuits and instrument transformer secondary circuits
• Microprocessor relay manufacturer proprietary software and associated functions and file management (ex. AcSELerator Quickset, GE Enervista/UR)
• Perform testing of medium and high voltage substation apparatus including, but not limited to, instrument transformers, circuit breakers, transformers, and capacitor banks.
• Support energization and in-service checks to validate electrical quantities.
• Testing of microprocessor protective relays and schemes associated with, but not limited to, transmission lines, busses, power transformers, capacitor banks, feeders, breakers, etc.
• Support medium and high voltage substation protection and control (P&C) system and equipment testing and commissioning projects of varying complexity, both greenfield and brownfield.
• Provide excellent customer service by developing and maintaining professional and respectful client relationship.
• Interface with company Project Leads, Department Managers, Area Leads and Project Managers for active project support, proposals and budgets, estimating, scheduling, change order support, request for information, discrepancy logs, etc.
• Read, interpret, troubleshoot, and effectively utilize electrical drawings and schematics during the testing and commissioning process to meet the design intent.
• Testing and commissioning of electrical transmission and distribution, substation projects with voltage levels ranging from 15 kV to 500 kV
• Testing and application of IEC 61850 standard and associated protocols
• Relay settings and logic, settings basis documents and application intent
• Perform testing of AC and DC station service systems including, but not limited to, transfer switches, panelboards, battery systems and battery chargers.
• Review, interpret and troubleshoot equipment test results.
• Prepare and maintain project logs, including discrepancies and issues and requests for information.
• Support the development of detailed, and often complex, testing and commissioning plans, including, but not limited to, identification of required testing, circuit isolation and restoration, project sequencing, construction coordination, scheduling, outage and energization planning, in-service checks, and associated roles and responsibilities.
• Perform hands-on testing and commissioning of medium and high voltage P&C systems and schemes, including IEC 61850.
• Testing medium and high voltage substation apparatus including, but not limited to, instrument transformers, circuit breakers, transformers, and capacitor banks
• Prepare project tracking, progress and status reports and documentation.
• Testing of AC and DC station service systems including, but not limited to, transfer switches, panelboards, battery systems and battery chargers
• Perform clerical responsibilities such as timecards, expense reports, and project reports.
• Support other testing and commissioning personnel or electrical contractors.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident Status
• Five to ten (5-10) years of total professional experience in substation electrical testing and commissioning, including experience as defined below
• Human Performance Improvement principles and tools
• Substation apparatus test equipment including, but not limited to, Omicron, Doble, Alber, Megger, AEMC, Fluke, HV, DILO, Biddle, Vanguard, etc.
• Proven experience with Electrical Field-Testing standards, practices, and procedures such as NETA, IEEE, NFPA applicable standards
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Technology degree from an accredited school or University, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Ability to pass seven (7) year background check
• Administrative software: MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience, demonstrable knowledge of and troubleshooting skills related to:
• Must be willing to travel (up to 85%), regionally and nationally.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift 50+lbs with or without a reasonable accommodation
• Transmission, generation, and distribution relays (ex. SEL, GE, Basler, Beckwith)
• Valid driver’s license in good standing, issued by the state of residence
• Electrical and construction safety hazard recognition and mitigation
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical skills
• Electrical Safety Training (OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E, etc.)
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol test
• Ability to meet minimum insurability standards based on a Motor Vehicle Report
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) exam, ability to become Licensed Professional Engineer

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance