Position Overview: Perform design on all aspects of electrical protection and control systems to include protection coordination studies, protective relay settings, SCADA/HMI settings, communication settings, RTU, one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, communications architecture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide on-site commissioning and maintenance of protection and control systems for Utility and industrial facilities.
- Provide development of test protocols and procedures for protection & control systems
- Complete factory acceptance testing of protection panels
- Complete factory QA/QC of protection panels
- Provide technical oversight for protection panel construction.
- Assist with development of standard procedures for protection & control system commissioning and maintenance.
- Complete P&C drawings for each design
- Complete as-built drawings for field installations, as part of turnover packages
- Coordinate testing activities with owner/utility
- Assist with design on all aspects of electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, and communications.
- Assist in the development of protective relay settings for all different relay types (GE, SEL, Siemens, ABB, etc)
- Assist in the development of programming files for SCADA systems
- Assist with developing company practices and procedures for engineering work
- Development of protection and control field test procedures and troubleshooting of test procedures. Provide guidance and assistance to field personnel in the execution of protection and control tests
- Review field test results for accuracy and provide input on test results
- Mentor and train employees in the knowledge area of protection & control
- Travel to client sites as required (up to 70%)
- Other duties as required
Qualifications:
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Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred but not required
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Experience: Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience
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Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver’s license; Certifications in electrical testing or safety standards (e.g., OSHA 30, NFPA 70E) preferred. Must be able to work legally in the US. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
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Technical Skills: Knowledge and expertise with medium and high voltage power systems, with a primary focus on protection and control
- Knowledge and expertise of substation general design, setup, and components
- Knowledge with PV and Wind power generation systems and collection substation, and commissioning of these facilities
- Expertise with SEL relays
- Proficiency with GE, ABB, and Siemens relays
- Good safety record and understanding of construction safety standards
- Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
- Good interpersonal and people skills
- Interaction with clients, customers, contractors, and others
- Assist with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings
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Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading service teams and training junior technicians.
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Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 70 lbs., work outdoors in various weather conditions, and work in confined spaces. Must be able to perform physical labor including climbing ladders, standing for extended periods of time, drive regularly, fly regularly. Must be able to perform work outdoors in all weather conditions. Ability to use hand tools and power tools
Why Join LND Technical Services?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership within the company.
- Supportive, team-oriented culture with a focus on safety and innovation.
- Work on diverse and challenging projects in the electrical services industry.