Substation Equipment Expert

PSEG•Newark, NJ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for providing technical and strategic support to a team of technical associates for substation/transmission Inside Plant Assets. Position requires supporting the process from specification to delivery, installation and ongoing support while in operation, including analyzing the performance of various asset class/equipment types ranging in voltage ratings from 4 kV to 345 kV. The following equipment in this roles responsibility includes but is not limited to; Gas Insulated Switchgear, Circuit Breakers (oil, gas, vacuum and air), circuit switchers, disconnect switches, stand-alone CT's, PT's, metering units and sheltered isle switchgear.

Requirements

BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
8 yrs. Experience in system engineering and/or major substation equipment maintenance/operation.
Working knowledge of applicable codes (ANSI, IEEE, ASTM, NEC, NESC, etc) and regulatory requirements (NERC/FERC/NPCC).
Demonstrated, advanced technical/professional knowledge and experience in a specific field.
Advanced understanding of system impact on equipment and equipment impact on system, and expertise to apply, design, specify, operate & maintain, thermally rate and coordinate the application of Transmission system equipment
Applies advanced technical theories and engineering tools & methods from first principles
Possess a high level of Electric Delivery System knowledge
This position requires driving to company locations and off-site assignments and events, must possess a valid driver’s license with a safe and satisfactory driver history.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of electric asset management practices and procedures.
NJ Professional Engineering License.
Advanced technical training.
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and/or PhD.

Responsibilities

Identify trends and gaps with respect to asset class health data and provide direction/ recommendations to Operating Group
Generate solution options (maintenance / replacement plan) dealing with poor performing assets or catastrophic failure scenarios where Operations is requiring direction or improved performance.
Development of repair/replace strategies.
Develop asset life cycle plans
Assess asset class performance and its impact on system and determining effect on business targets while evaluating economic and operational risks.
Work with Substation Engineering performing equipment ratings and refine/update as necessary.
Represent company in technical forums as an active member of professional and technical standards committees
On call for response to all major system emergencies involving inside plant assets and be available for scheduled On Call duties as needed