Relay & Power Systems Technician

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Installation and testing of new electrical protection relays and controls
• Troubleshooting and repair for existing electrical protection and control systems
• Testing, troubleshooting, and repair for LV and MV breakers, switchgear, and CT/PT circuits
• Assisting the engineering and operations teams with new equipment commissioning
• Assisting the engineering team with the creation of as-built protection/control schematics
• Supporting existing power generation fleets, compression stations, and other operational sites
• Documenting equipment test procedures and results
• Providing technical support to the remote operations center as needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of ten years’ experience in the power generation/distribution industry.
• Minimum of five years’ experience as a relay technician.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical breakers, switchgear, CT/PT circuits, and power transformers.
• Prioritize experience with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories' (SEL) Relay product line.
• Significant experience with Medium Voltage switchgear and distribution systems.
• Field experience of troubleshooting electrical protection relay logic, control wiring etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Other Preferred Qualifications

• College degree and/or coursework in an engineering or technical field.
• Experience with generator controllers (CAT EMCP, DEIF, Deep Sea, DI.ANE, etc.).
• Experience with industrial PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Rockwell, etc.).
• NETA certifications.
• Experience with P&C (Protection and Control).
• Experience with SEL RTACs and/or SEL PowerMax.
• Experience with Power Management Systems.
• Experience with the integration of industrial SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC) and/or other relevant codes and standards.
• Familiarity with NETA commissioning and maintenance testing standards.

VoltaGrid Commitment

VoltaGrid is committed to hiring veterans and transitioning military service members, particularly those with expertise in equipment maintenance, repair, and technical skills.