P&C Field Technologist-P&C Technologist Sr.

American Electric Power•Columbus, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform work associated with the installation, operation, testing and maintenance of advanced protection and control systems and related equipment with minimal supervision. Such devices and equipment includes but is not limited to digital relays, electromechanical relays, intelligent electronic devices, Station Disturbance Recorders (SDR), digital fault recorders (DFR), event recorders, RTU's and station SCADA systems, statistical load metering, telemetering and transducers. Additionally, install, maintain and operate all power line carriers (PLC), tone, pilot wire, fiber and associated P&C communications equipment. Respond to emergency call-outs and coordinate prompt restoration of service to customers as required. This list is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions. Employee may perform miscellaneous, related, and incidental work in addition to that specifically outlined below. This position will serve as one of the FACTS P&C field tech in the Eastern AEP footprint.

Requirements

P&C Field Technologist: Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) OR Bachelor's degree in engineering technology in a program accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). Has typically acquired 2 or more years of related experience in work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering technology principles.
P&C Field Technologist Sr: Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) OR Bachelor's degree in engineering technology in a program accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). Has typically acquired 6 or more years of related experience in work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering technology principles.
Must successfully complete the Physical Abilities Test(PAT)

Responsibilities

Responsible for specialized and advanced work involved in planning, testing, receiving, storage, and repair of FACTS specific equipment.
Serve as the FACTS SME for equipment such as control systems, cooling systems, power electronics and related equipment.
AEP FACTS employees serve a key role during new projects assisting with the following: specification development, technical bid review/evaluation, design review, approve prints and other vendor documents, and commissioning the equipment in the field with support from local TFS.
FACTS employees are responsible for providing oversight for local TFS crews in conducting preventative and corrective maintenance on FACTS Devices.
Completing the annual work plan maintenance as well as field troubleshooting.
Coordinate/Schedule the annual FACTS maintenance work plan.
Provide on-site support and assistance necessary for the maintenance and repair of existing FACTS equipment.
Develop maintenance plans, inspection reports, and other documentation to record the maintenance and repair activities of the FACTS fleet.
Support AEP’s documentation plan and record keeping efforts as it relates to the FACTS/HVDC equipment.
Procurement of replacement parts and manage warranty and service contact issues with vendors.
Provide oversite for the installation and commissioning of new FACTS equipment.
Lead in the investigation and remediation of equipment failures and operating events to ensure the reliability of FACTS equipment.
Assist in the evaluation and performance analysis of FACTS equipment.
Support new FACTS project activities from project specification and design through final in-service operation.
Identify process improvement, asset renewal, and operational optimization plans for the existing FACTS devices.
Promote and enforce the Company’s Accident Prevention and Safety & Health Programs.
Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company’s Corporate Compliance Policy.