Electrical Test Technician-Field

Asplundh Electrical Testing; Boonton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Test Technician to join their dynamic team. This exciting role involves hands-on work with high-voltage substations, focusing on installing, testing, and maintaining protective relays. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electrical engineering and a commitment to safety and customer service. With opportunities for regional travel and ongoing professional development, this position offers a chance to advance your career in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about electrical systems and eager to make an impact, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in testing and repairing protective relays.
• Knowledge of protective relay logic and protection schemes.

Responsibilities

• Install and troubleshoot relays and protective equipment.
• Conduct arc flash studies and perform relay testing.

Skills

Protective Relay Logic

Technical Documentation

Customer Service

Safety Protocols

Communication Skills

Education

Two-year degree or technical school graduate

6+ years of experience in high-voltage substations

Tools

Doble ProTest Software

Protection Suite

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Description

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity to advance your career in electrical engineering? Asplundh Electrical Testing (AET) is seeking highly skilled and motivated Relay Technicians, Sr. Relay Technicians, and Field Engineers to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical and engineering support during fieldwork, as well as preparing internal and client reports.

Regional and Travel opportunities open.

Responsibilities

1. Install, adjust, and troubleshoot relays with technical capabilities.
2. Support the sales effort by assisting with labor estimates and job walks.
3. Remain up-to-date with all safety and technical training; attend company sponsored safety training when required.
4. Collect field data and perform arc flash studies, coordination studies, and short circuit analysis.
5. Provide technical insight concerning substation systems and electrical power systems.
6. Adhere to all safety protocols and standards, ensuring a “Safety First” priority.
7. Install, troubleshoot, commission, test, and maintain protective relaying equipment.
8. Calibrate and perform functional tests on microprocessor-based protective relays for high-voltage substations.
9. Conduct end-to-end relay testing using Doble ProTest software or Protection Suite.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Must be 18 years of age or older.
2. Professional skills in protective relay logic, protection schemes, write-ups, and documentation of test plans related to full commissioning substations.
3. Knowledge of Doble ProTest or Protection Suite.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven commitment to safety and customer service.
5. NETA certification is strongly encouraged.

Education & Experience

1. Minimum of 6+ years of hands-on experience installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing protective relays in high-voltage substations.
2. Experience installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, and similar equipment.
3. Two-year degree or technical school graduate; or relevant field experience.

Benefits

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Additional Information

• All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
• We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position unless otherwise noted.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Quality Assurance
• Industries: Utilities