Senior P&C Field Technician

POWER Engineers; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Vancouver is seeking a Senior PTE Field Technician to perform testing and commissioning of high voltage systems. The ideal candidate has 5-10 years of experience in the electrical testing sector and is skilled in relay calibration and electrical field-testing standards. This role offers a competitive salary of $100,000-$150,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and paid leave.

Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision insurance

Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave

401K plan

Telehealth benefits

Maternity and Paternity benefits

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in electrical testing industry.
• Proficiency with testing standards such as NETA, IEEE.
• Ability to manage electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and commissioning of Protection and Control systems.
• Accurately document test results and produce reports.
• Support Project Lead or Field Supervisor on projects.

Skills

Electrical testing expertise

Relay calibration skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associate of Science in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Omicron test equipment

Doble test equipment

MS Outlook

MS Excel

Project management tools

Job description

Senior PTE Field Technician

At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, we strive to create an environment where our field teams operate safely, delivering excellent technical service, leading to a high degree of client satisfaction. We share lessons learned and keep our safety and technical skills sharp through training and application. If you are interested in a long-term engagement with a high-performing team, please send us your resume.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Perform testing and commissioning of Protection and Control systems on high voltage substations.
2. Perform, or supervise, on-site protective relay testing using relay test sets such as Omicron CMC 256 / 356 or Doble F6150. Relays include SEL-311L, SEL-387, SEL-487, SEL-421, SEL-351S, GE L90, GE D60, among others.
3. Contribute to technical and safety development.
4. Support Project Lead or Field Supervisor on projects.
5. Perform Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
6. Accurately document test results and produce field reports in requested formats.
7. Read and understand electrical drawings and schematics.
8. Handle clerical responsibilities such as timecards, expense reports, and project reports.

Required Education / Experience

1. Five to ten (5-10) years of professional experience in the electrical testing industry, including medium and high voltage circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and substation protection and controls testing.
2. Expertise in transmission, generation, and distribution relays (SEL, Basler, Beckwith, GE) and protective schemes.
3. Skills in relay calibration, control scheme testing, sensing CT / PT circuits testing, uploading settings to microprocessor relays, and static & dynamic testing of microprocessor-based relays.
4. Experience with Electrical Field-Testing standards such as NETA, IEEE, NFPA.
5. Knowledge of testing electrical distribution, generation, and transmission projects from 15 kV to 500 kV.
6. Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
7. Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and mathematical ability.
8. Proficiency with computer systems, relay software, and project management tools.
9. Experience with computer-controlled solid-state test equipment (Omicron, Doble).
10. Familiarity with testing software: ProTesT, Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe, AcSELerator Quickset.
11. Proficiency with MS Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
12. Ability to manage electrical drawings.
13. Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift 50+ lbs.
14. Regional travel up to 90%.

Desired Education / Experience

1. Associate of Science in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
2. Experience testing and troubleshooting electromechanical relays.
3. Experience testing and commissioning high voltage equipment such as CTs, CCVTs, PLC systems, batteries, and chargers.

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm, recognized as a top design firm in the energy sector. We aim to create positive, lasting impacts across communities and sectors including power, energy, transportation, environmental, and property development. Join us to explore opportunities, innovate, and tackle challenging projects.

Our philosophy: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

Our compensation package includes:

• Medical / Dental / Vision insurance
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K plan
• Telehealth benefits
• Maternity, Paternity, and Fertility benefits
• Gender-affirming care

We are a fun engineering firm that values a positive work environment!

Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 per year

This range complies with state and local regulations and is based on experience, knowledge, and education. It does not include additional compensation such as bonuses, benefits, or 401(k) matching.

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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