Substation Operations Technical Spec II
About The Position
This position supports the development, implementation, and maintenance of online and offline power equipment testing in Electric Transmission and Distribution substations. The work includes testing practices for equipment such as power transformers, circuit breakers, and substation DC battery systems. The role researches databases to identify systemic issues and reports recommendations to leadership; assists with developing test procedures, operating procedures, and job aids; leads training seminars and presentations; performs second-level reviews of nuclear test data; operates substation test equipment; and creates issue-resolution documentation, including technical reports and SAP work orders. Other duties may be requested or assigned. The role requires knowledge of substation equipment, operations, maintenance, safety guidelines, work procedures, and control design drawings. Working conditions include exposure to a range of field and office environments, with travel and certain physical activities required.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of directly related experience.
- Experience interfacing with Substation Engineering and substation technical roles.
- A degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of the preferred education level.
- Advanced computer skills and knowledge of software applications used in Electric Transmission maintenance and record keeping.
- Knowledge of substation equipment, operations, and maintenance.
- Strong skills in obtaining, reporting, and managing electronic databases.
- Extensive knowledge of Electric Transmission safety and work guidelines and procedures.
- Working knowledge of control design drawings.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, teambuilding, organizational, leadership, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision; self-motivation and excellent time management skills.
- Ability to lift, walk, climb, stoop, bend, and stand for prolonged periods.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred, or its equivalent in additional demonstrated directly related experience or education.
- Graduation from Electrical Equipment or System Protection Development Programs is desirable.
- Preferred discipline: Electric or Electronics Engineering Technology; other disciplines may be substituted.
Responsibilities
- Support development, implementation, and maintenance of online and offline power equipment testing in Electric Transmission and Distribution substations.
- Support testing practices for power transformers, circuit breakers, and substation DC battery systems.
- Research databases to identify systemic issues and report recommendations to leadership.
- Assist with developing test procedures, operating procedures, and job aids.
- Lead training seminars and presentations.
- Perform second-level review of nuclear test data.
- Operate various substation test equipment.
- Create issue-resolution documentation, including technical reports and SAP work orders.
- Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision benefits, including coverage for families and domestic partners
- Vacation
- Retirement plans, including 401(k) contributions and matching
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Bonus eligibility
- Sick leave
- Disability insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
