Sr. Relay Field Technician

Responsibilities

• Reading and properly interpreting 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 (without limitation): 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, etc.
• Performing 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, CVT’s, line tuners, line traps, etc.), controls and communications equipment.
• Planning, scheduling, and completing test activities efficiently, on time, without service interruptions.
• Providing Project Technical Support to Field Service personnel.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of field experience in commissioning, panel and equipment checkout, relay calibration, testing and repairing substation relaying and control schemes.
• Desirable experience in 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; test equipment software; test equipment software; test equipment usage; interpretation of wiring and elementary diagrams; basic test skills to perform duties listed above; basic PC skills.
• The ability to quickly learn and apply test procedures for various types of substation equipment.
• The ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups, tailoring communication for audience and situation.
• The ability to learn and apply client’s switching procedures and safety measures as required.
• The ability to reference and complete assignments as described in applicable specifications.
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, business acumen, management ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• A valid Driver’s license and good driving record.

Benefits & Compensation

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

About the Role

• Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation.
• We partner with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services.
• We provide software and technology enabled services and develop breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange.
• We have over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Schedule

• Not specified

Pay

• The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above 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.

Company Overview

• Qualus is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.
• We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.