P&C Technician

Details:

We’re looking for a self-motivated Protection & Control Technician who enjoys hands-on work and being out in the field. You’ll handle everything from wiring and commissioning to testing and troubleshooting, taking projects from start to finish with a high level of ownership.

• Perform physical wiring and verify all non-factory connections
• Commission relays and set up/configure network equipment (LAN/WAN)
• Verify that all equipment is functioning properly
• Plan and coordinate outages
• Work with local P&C oversight, engineering, and operations teams to identify and minimize protection gaps
• Schedule and plan SCADA checkouts
• Support electrical maintenance and testing on equipment from 480 volts up to 345 kV
• Troubleshoot and assist field teams during maintenance, shutdowns, startups, and testing projects
• Write clear and accurate reports
• Test a variety of complex relays, such as distance, directional power, reverse power, negative sequence, differential, motor, and generator protection
• Common relay types include:
  • SEL-2411, SEL-421/411L, SEL-487E, SEL-351S, SEL-451, SEL-587, GE L90, GE B30/B90, GE T35/F35/C30
  • DCB, DTT, and POTT schemes (TC-10
    
    BIT/CF-10BI/UPLC)

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Technologies preferred, or 2–5 years of related experience (or equivalent)
• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Willingness to travel domestically as needed
• At least 3 years of driving experience with a valid, unrestricted license