Senior Substation Technician

SGB-SMIT USA•Louisville, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

SGB-SMIT USA is a division of SGB‑SMIT Group, an international transformer manufacturer with locations in Europe, Asia, and America. The company actively supports the global energy transition by providing reliable transformer technology for renewable energy, industry, and urban energy infrastructure. SGB‑SMIT Group develops and manufactures power transformers, distribution transformers, cast‑resin transformers, and custom solutions for data centers, industrial applications, and e‑mobility, ensuring efficient, stable, and secure energy flows worldwide. With over 3,800 employees globally, the SGB‑SMIT Group emphasizes quality, innovation, and sustainability, offering a stable work environment focused on shaping future energy systems. SGB-SMIT USA combines the strengths of an international technology company with an employee-oriented culture, offering meaningful work at the heart of the energy transition, short decision-making processes, direct cooperation, and a stable, growing company with long-term prospects. The company values individual contributions both professionally and personally.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED REQUIRED
Electrical theory education and/or related experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in industrial maintenance, Electrical/Electronic Technology preferred.
10+ years of commensurate Substation work experience preferred.
Military experience is a plus.
NETA certification is a plus.
CDL Class A is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Ability to perform all aspects of substation services (repair, processing & testing) and demonstrate an exceptional understanding of transformers, construction operation and the associated controls.
Ability to perform in shop and field transformer testing for Power Factor, Excitation and resistance readings per NETA/ANSI Standards and maintain operational mechanical systems including pump operations, valve operations and oil processing units.
Troubleshoot and test transformers using various methods and testing equipment including partial installation of transformer components.
Conduct acceptance testing and preventative maintenance in accordance with the published testing procedures.
Operate specialized test equipment including but not limited to: Power Factor Tester (DOBLE), Megohmmeters, AC/DC volt-ohm-millimeters, various kinds of hand-held power and nonpower tools, etc.
Willing and able to travel on overnight, multi-day, out of town jobs and able to work regular overtime including nights, weekends and some holidays.