High Voltage Technician

EDP Renewables•Carnegie, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and currently operates in more than 25 markets. With eight offices and several sites, at EDP Renewables North America, we are experienced developers and operators of renewable energy. Our portfolio includes wind farms, solar parks, energy storage projects, and green hydrogen solutions throughout the continent. We are ranked among the top 5 in the U.S. in operational renewable energy capacity. Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow. What you will do Role Overview: The High Voltage Technician will provide electrical, high voltage (HV), and substation emergency response to operating wind farms across the Company with a primary focus in an assigned region. You will lead maintenance, service, and repair of HV assets in conjunction with other technicians and HV Reliability Engineers.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent, plus continuing education in the electro-mechanical field
5+ years of relevant technical experience; experience in power generation or distribution preferred
Necessary qualifications to operate HV equipment
Strong knowledge of medium- and high-voltage substation electrical equipment, collection systems, transmission design, and operations; familiarity with power factor test sets, AC/DC hi-pots, low res ohm meters, and transformer turns ratio test units preferred
Familiarity with electronic communication systems (SCADA)
Familiarity with Order to Operate (OTO) and Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license
Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products.  (Preferred)
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise. (Preferred).
Travel: 30%
Strong problem-solving ability
Ability to be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision
Ability to multi-task in a complex, dynamic environment
Ability to perform basic electrical mathematical calculations
Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, drawings, and documents relating to engineering and construction, including one-line, three-line, and wiring diagrams
Ability to work with other crews performing high line maintenance and repair
Familiarity with the operation of capacitor banks, transformer load tap changers, and motor operated air breaks
Willingness and ability to travel at least 30%
Ability and willingness to respond to site emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as needed
Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to frequently perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching approximately 75% of the time while on wind farm sites. Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment.
Walking: Ability to walk .25 to .5 miles per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on wind farm sites
Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Lifting: Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 60 pounds and to occasionally lift items weighing between 60 and 100 pounds
Climbing: Ability to climb turbine towers in excess of 100 meters in height to access the work area Weight must not exceed 275 pounds, excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job-related tasks, to be in accordance with the ANSI Fall Protection Standards.
Vision/Hearing: Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Tolerance to Extreme Weather Conditions: Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on wind farm sites
Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary

Responsibilities

Monitor and provide electrical, high-voltage, and substation support to operating wind farms in an assigned region, including 24/7 on-call support
Perform testing, repairs, switching, and construction activities as requested
Provide technical expertise for commissioning, start-up, and initial operating activities
Maintain HV spare parts inventory and warehouse
Perform HV switching of step-up transformers, feeder breakers, gang-operated switches, and other related components
Operate heavy machinery such as bucket/line trucks, forklifts, aerial lifts, and overhead cranes
Analyze and report on infrared inspections, battery maintenance, and dielectric oil and SF6 sampling
Lead substation maintenance via Orders to Operate (OTOs) and outage planning
Perform substation and transmission inspections in accordance with NERC compliance requirements
Work closely with site Operations Managers to ensure day-to-day reliability
Serve as the first responder for emergency and routine repairs on HV equipment, including transmission lines, HV cable terminations, and splices
Provide remote HV support to the HV Reliability Engineers for complex troubleshooting, component testing, and proof checking
Ensure adherence to all pertinent HV OSHA safety requirements
Provide detailed written reports to management including root cause analyses
Maintain HV vehicle in ready-to-respond order
Perform critical HV test equipment calibrations
Additional duties as required