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Position Summary
This Sr. Power Systems Test Engineer completes variety of technical jobs for Customers and provides applied electrical engineering and technical expertise for customers in the areas of power systems studies, power quality analysis, installation, startup, maintenance, and repair.
Responsibilities
- Complete Sr. Power Systems Field Test Engineer duties including but not limited to :
- Inspect, test, troubleshoot, commission, start-up and collect data for control circuits, instrumentation, and high voltage equipment (up to 765kV).
- Test Power Circuit Breakers, moderate complex relays, and metering.
- Program, test, calibrate electro-mechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor protection relays.
- Rotate emergency on-call duty and if called respond to customer emergencies in a timely manner.
- Assess results and prepare written report of findings, proposals, and improvement solutions.
- Perform / review electrical design improvements primarily to support upgrades of electric utility substation systems in conjunction with client specific standards and requirements.
- Work alongside customer representatives on-site to review and identify their needs.
- Utilize Engineering skills, methodology, and applicable standards to implement electrical systems that are safe, dependable, and cost-effective.
- Mentor other Techs, Engineers as directed.
- Provide technical support and quality control for assigned projects.
- Proficient in reading and accurately interpreting power system schematic and wiring diagrams including single-line and three-line drawings.
- Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.
- Solid theoretical understanding of electricity and a good aptitude for problem solving.
- Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with customers and peers.
- Dependable and responsible with good judgment and organizational skills.
- Good customer service, time management and follow-up skills.
- Work effectively with customers, peers and management to resolve client issues.
- Work will require overtime and regional travel.
- All work and decisions shall be conducted in strict compliance of all regulatory laws.
- Other duties as assigned by manager.
Required Experience and Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree in related field or experience equivalency and a minimum of 5 years related experience.Previous NETA Certification is preferred; recertification will be expected.Previous professional experience in electrical power utility testing, commissioning projects is preferred.Experience with SEL and other protection software is preferred.Strong communication skills (written and oral) in technical topics.Self-management of assigned projects and job cost accountability to perform work within budgeted cost estimates.Interpret specs to our customer requests to design technical solutions.Ability to run projects unassisted.Familiarity with of various industry standards such as : NETA, NEC, OSHA and NFPA.Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.Able to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.Able to work with various people throughout the organization-Customer Focused.Focus on accuracy and efficiencies.Must possess a valid driver’s license.Who we are!