P&C Lead Field Technician

Description

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, and client representatives.
• Develop and implement detailed test plans, circuit isolation procedures, and pre-energization checklists.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NETA, NERC CIP, and client-specific safety requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture through daily engagement and safe work practices.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to junior technicians.
• Conduct post-energization load checks to confirm system functionality.
• Lead crews on-site, ensuring tasks are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.
• Perform protection and control commissioning in both greenfield and brownfield substations (generation, transmission, distribution).
• Strictly adhere to Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures and update Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) as site conditions evolve.
• Support development and refinement of Protection & Control Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Execute end-to-end testing to validate relay logic, trip paths, and communication-aided tripping schemes (Doble/Omicron).
• Provide clear and timely feedback on project status, issues, and improvements.
• Share lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement of team practices.
• Safety-first operator: rigorously apply LOTO, verify live-dead-live states, utilize HPI kits, and maintain/refresh daily JHAs as site conditions evolve.
• Perform advanced field testing including relay protection testing, breaker testing, power transformer testing, instrument transformer testing, and control circuit verifications.
• Build strong working relationships that support repeat business.
• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for clients during project execution.
• Strong procedure writing: develop detailed test plans, procedures and energization checklists, define isolation boundaries, and align with NETA/IEEE and utility standards.

Requirements

• Experience with project management of protection and control teams working in HV substations for utility clients.
• Must pass a pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and/or random drug test.
• Experienced with scoping, scheduling, and budgeting process for protection and control, RTU, and telecom projects for both internal and external entities.
• Solid understanding of Human Performance Improvement (HPI) principles to mitigate inadvertent operations.
• Technical proficiency in reading wire schematics and basic electrical wiring techniques.
• Proficiency with Doble Protection Suite, Omicron Test Universe, SEL AcSELerator, and GE Enervista software.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in the high-voltage industry, specifically testing and commissioning protection and control schemes from 12.5kV to 500kV.
• Experience with substation RTU’s, communication processors, and telecom equipment for both brownfield and greenfield projects.
• Experience with transmission and distribution relays include SEL, GE, ABB, and Westinghouse.
• Ability to work safely around electrical and mechanical hazards.
• Ability and willingness to work occasional overtime as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with IEC 61850 communication protocols and substation automation.
• Familiarity with Lock Out/Tag Out procedures and HV substation safety protocols.
• Associate’s degree in electrical technology or a related field, Bachelor’s in electrical engineering or electrical technology.
• Hands-on experience testing power line carrier equipment such as line tuners, line traps, carrier units, and transfer trip systems.
• Proficiency in configuring communication processors and RTU-related devices.
• OSHA 10/30 certification.
• Proven experience with SEL and GE microprocessor relays for protection applications including Line, Bus, Breaker, Breaker Failure, Transformer, and Feeder.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Familiar with NERC CIP requirements.
• Potential exposure to various conditions, including dirt, heat, fumes, smoke, water, noise, vibration, grease, oil, and dust.
• Must have a satisfactory background/MVR check.

Benefits

• Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, Basic Life/AD&D, and other ancillary products
• Paid Parental Leave
• Competitive Pay
• Incentives for Certifications
• Performance Program
• PTO including Wellness Days and Paid Holidays
• 401k program with a company match

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance