Senior Relay Field Technician

About the role

Our Senior Relay Field Technicians perform testing and routine maintenance of Transmission and Distribution substation power equipment, including relaying (electro-mechanical, solid state, and micro-processor), pilot channel equipment (power line carrier, pilot wire, transfer, transfer trip, fiber optic, CVTs, line tuners, line traps, etc.), controls, and communications equipment.

Responsibilities

• Read and properly interpret substation drawings (e.g., single line drawings, AC and DC schematics, panel wiring diagrams, and panel layout drawings).
• Support in writing procedures and/or test plans in support of maintenance and construction activities.
• Testing, including:
  • 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 function switches.
• Perform 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, CVTs, line tuners, line traps, etc.), controls, and communications equipment.
• Plan, schedule, and complete test activities efficiently, on time, without service interruptions.
• Provide Project Technical Support to Field Service personnel.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of field experience in commissioning, panel and equipment checkout, relay calibration, testing, and repairing substation relaying and control schemes.
• Experience in any of the following related areas is desirable:
  • Substation design (including protection & control engineering).
  • Substation construction.
  • Substation commissioning.
  • SCADA/Fault Data/SER/Integration-Automation equipment installation and testing.
  • 3 phase power systems.
  • Power system protection & control schemes.
  • Test equipment and test equipment software.
• Proficiency in test equipment and toll/wiring usage.
• Ability to interpret wiring and elementary diagrams.
• Basic test skills to perform duties listed above.
• Basic PC skills.
• Quickly learn and apply test procedures for various types of substation equipment.
• Communicate effectively with diverse groups, tailoring communication for audience and situation.
• Learn and apply client’s switching procedures and safety measures as required.
• Reference and complete assignments as described in applicable specifications.
• Perform regular field work both indoors and outdoors.
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, business acumen, and management ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Valid Driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (inclusive of reading and writing) due to the nature of safety-related materials, documentation, and interactions with clients.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short and Long-Term Disability.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Parental Leave.
• Paid time off and Holidays.

Pay

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the provided range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.