High Voltage Substation Technician

Rising Edge GroupNewport Beach, CA

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

Role

Reporting to the Regional Director, the High Voltage Substation Technician is responsible to commission and test primary and secondary power equipment in the field which includes maintaining medium to high-voltage substation power delivery equipment such as breakers, switchgears, circuit breakers, relays and transformers. The High Voltage Substation Technician is also responsible to mentor and educate Apprentices including reading and interpreting blueprints, Risk Management and industry best practices. They also play a leading role in setting up and operating standard as well as specialized test equipment to diagnose and analyze the performance of power delivery equipment on the job site.

Responsibilities

Work safely alongside all members of the construction crew
Acceptance and maintenance testing of 600v to 500kV electrical equipment
Installation, commissioning and maintenance of protection and control equipment, SCADA in medium to high-voltage transmission substations such as differential, distance, line protections, transformer protections, overcurrent, etc.
Interpret prints, analyze test reports and recommend corrective actions.
Work with high voltage equipment such as Circuit breakers, transformers, switches and control circuits for protection, indication and monitoring systems
Supervise, mentor and train junior technicians
Be able to work with various types of manufacturer’s test equipment:

Omicron, CMC, CT Analyzer, Cibano, CPC100
Doble M4000, SFRA
MEGGER, Insulation resistance
Ductor, micrometer
Dilo SF6 Tester

A reasonable estimate of the pay range is $66 - $79 USD at the time of this posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training.

Requirements

Qualifications

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited post-secondary institution or Degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 4+ years of experience in Field Testing and Commissioning
Experience in substations required (ex. 600v to 500kV)
Experience with relay testing with various equipment an software
Familiar with power transformers, high voltage switches, breakers, CT’s and PT’s, NGR, and Capbank
Past experience with testing software will be beneficial (Omicron Test Universe, Doble M4000, AcSELerator, Seimens Digsi, Enervista)
Competent and comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite.
Demonstrate a willingness to work safely and show concern for environmental, health and safety issues in the workplace.
Must have the ability to work in adverse weather conditions and have a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
Willing to work out of town and on rotation

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development

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This job at Rising Edge Group is located in Newport Beach, CA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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What employment applies to this position at Rising Edge Group?

Rising Edge Group lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Rising Edge Group?

Rising Edge Group is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What education level is required for this job?

The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

What benefits are offered by Rising Edge Group for this role?

Rising Edge Group offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, and Disability Insurance for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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