Technical Specialist I​/Technical Specialist​/Sr Technical Specialist

Position: Technical Specialist I/Technical Specialist 2/Sr Technical Specialist
BHE GT&S

JOB DESCRIPTION

BHE GT&S has an exciting opportunity as a Technical Specialist I, Technical Specialist 2 or Sr. Technical Specialist at our Pleasant Valley Station in Centreville, VA.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Analyze, troubleshoot, and repair electrical distribution, protection, and control systems, including replacement and configuration of component parts.
• Perform comprehensive testing on substation apparatus (e.g., power factor testing, turns ratio testing, megger tests) and all analytical tests required to ensure reliable operation.
• Operate substation and station equipment, including switching and grounding activities.
• Work with Engineering to manage relay settings, passwords, Management of Change processes, and system adjustments.
• Maintain and test solid-state and microprocessor-based relays, meters (KWH/KW), recorders (sequential event, digital fault), and SCADA-related controls.
• Support maintenance and calibration of associated station equipment such as generators, motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), circuit breakers, AC inverters, DC chargers, batteries, HVAC systems, and instrumentation.
• Recommend and monitor preventive maintenance software and systems
• Perform site inspections, walk-downs, and maintain accurate drawings and configuration control documentation.
• Adhere to all applicable safety rules and protocols, including NFPA 70 (National Electric Code), NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety in the Workplace), and Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). guidance and training to less experienced technicians and operators as needed.
• May work independently or with others, occasionally work long hours during emergency conditions.
• Be responsible for tools, test equipment, and vehicles.
• Experience with synchronous motor systems

Preferred Experience

• Experience in power generation, natural gas processing, petrochemical, or large industrial plant environments.
• Experience working with GE, SEL, and Beckwith relays.
• Proficiency in using electrical test equipment, relay software, and relay test equipment.
• Knowledge of SCADA and remote-control systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Deep understanding of plant electrical power generation and distribution systems, and plant utilities (air, water, gas, etc.).
• Applied knowledge of protective and network relaying, electrical and control systems, including transformers, switch gear, MCCs, VFDs, lighting, HVAC, AC/DC systems, batteries, and control panels.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations, industrial electrical hazards, and safety requirements for rotating equipment, arc flash, and confined spaces.
• Strong analytical, deductive reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical writing.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Maximo or similar maintenance management systems.
• Ability to perform physical duties such as climbing, working at heights, confined space entry, and lifting.
• Capability to work independently, in teams, and occasionally in emergency or extended-hour conditions.
• Company housing may be available

Technical Specialist I :

• Performs difficult and complex work requiring strong technical skills and significant knowledge and experience within the functional area or specific engineering discipline.
• Does not function as a technician in modifying, operating, or maintaining systems or equipment.
• Provides expert technical support, direction, and advice in analyzing and evaluating systems, equipment, and programs.
• Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation, and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Devises new approaches to problems encountered and develops engineering criteria, ensuring compliance with design criteria and standards.
• Implements technology within an engineering field.
• Focuses on the practical application of engineering theories.
• Determines how to make the designs and plans of engineer's work.
• Applies scientific and engineering principles and methods, along with technical skills, to support engineering activities.
• May perform product improvement, testing, field engineering, development, manufacturing construction systems development, quality control, and operational engineering.
• May perform some design and theoretical work but does not possess the educational background to function as an engineer.
• May perform the same work as titled Engineers but possesses an engineering degree which is not ABET accredited.
• May provide technical project management, including scoping, scheduling, budget development, cost tracking, and oversight of complex projects to meet cost and time objectives.

Technical Specialist II :
In addition to the responsibilities listed for Technical Specialist I, the Technical Specialist II will :

• Serve at the intermediate and fully proficient level in the Technical Specialist series

Be distinguished from the Technical Specialist I by increased…