E-V or E-VI, Test Engineer (Central Georgia)

Georgia Transmission; Tucker (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Transmission is seeking a field engineer to test and commission protective relay and control systems in substations from 12kV to 500kV. The role includes developing group testing policies, procedures, and safe work practices, with emphasis on reliability and customer service.

Strong reading of electrical drawings and experience with relay test equipment are required. The position requires extensive substation test experience, PE preferred, and ability to lead junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical preferred) or equivalent experience.
• E-V requires 8 years substation test experience (6 years with PE). E-VI requires 10 years (8 years with PE).
• Multiple paths: degree in technical field with experience or non-degree with extensive testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Test and commission protective relay and control systems in substation facilities.
• Maintain and enhance life cycle of protection and control systems per guidelines.
• Develop testing standards, policies, and procedures for transmission and distribution relaying and bank metering.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Reading electrical drawings

Time management

Relay testing

Schematic interpretation

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

BS in Engineering (Electrical preferred)

Equivalent Experience (E-V)

BS in Engineering (Other)

Associate’s Degree (Technical)

Tools

Relay test equipment

Job description

This position is located in Central, GA. The applicant will need to live close to this region or be willing to relocate to this region.

(E-V) - Performs appropriate testing and commissioning of the protective relay and control systems associated within substation facilities. Apply appropriate maintenance guidelines, procedures and practices to maintain and enhance the life cycle of protective relay and control systems. Performs the necessary corrective actions associated with the maintenance of protective relay and control systems to mitigate adverse impacts to the transmission system.

This position is technically capable of performing activities in facilities from 12kV - 500kV and will be responsible for developing group testing policies and procedures, group safe work practices and associated test forms, as needed. The success of the position maximizes the reliability and continuity of electric service and directly affects customer satisfaction, reliability and cost. Understands and adheres to GTC's PSMP, CIP requirements, and corporate policies.

Field engineer the installation and testing of the protective relay and control equipment in the corporation's substation facilities. Also provide technical support utilizing the application of engineering principles for the troubleshooting and maintenance of the protection and control equipment.

(E-VI) - This position will also develop testing standards, policies, and procedures for transmission and distribution protective relaying and bank metering for the test group. The Principal Engineer will participate in developing Protection System and Maintenance Program (PSMP) and other transmission and distribution relaying and bank metering corporate standards and will provide technical direction to Test Engineers, the Protection and Control department and the standards committee. The Principal Engineer will also ensure that replacement relays, meters, etc. meet all standards.

This person will act as a group technical training coordinator and provide the Test Engineer group with assistance on new relays, schemes, meters, etc.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical preferred), other Engineering degree acceptable with emphasis on electrical engineering studies. Other degrees see Equivalent Experience.
• Experience: E-V - Eight (8) years of substation test experience (6 years with PE). E-VI - Ten (10) years of substation test experience, (8 years with PE)
• Equivalent Experience (E-V only):
  • Bachelor of Science Degree - Technical (10 years of experience)
  • Bachelor of Science Degree - Other (11 years of experience)
  • Associate's Degree Technical (12 years of experience)
  • Non-degree with experience as Test Technician or Substation Maintenance (16 years of experience.
• Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: (E-V) Professional Engineer license preferred (E-VI) must be obtaining or actively pursuing PE). Must be able to pass all requirements for GTC to work on and around cyber assets. Must maintain proper driver licenses to operate assigned vehicle.
• Specialized Skills (e.g., typing, computers, software, tools and equipment uses, etc.): Strong communication skills, excellent organizational and time management skills, analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by assignments. Working knowledge of using computer systems and relay test equipment to calibrate protective relay and metering systems. Must be able to read and interpret electrical drawings including but not limited to one-line diagrams, elementary drawings, wiring and connection drawing, and equipment schematics. Must be proficient with the protection equipment and the operational procedures and practices that are applicable to 12kV - 500kV electrical systems including carrier equipment. Ability to lift fifty pounds. Provides leadership to junior engineers.
• Must be able to pass a NERC CIP personnel risk assessment screening.