Electrical Test Technician-Field

Asplundh Electrical Testing; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); 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 role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in protective relays and contribute to critical projects in high-voltage substations. You will be involved in installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining protective relaying equipment while ensuring safety protocols are upheld. With a commitment to employee well-being and a competitive benefits package, this position promises not only professional growth but also a supportive work environment. Join a team where your skills will make a significant impact in the utilities sector.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on experience with protective relays in high-voltage substations.
• Professional skills in protective relay logic and documentation of test plans.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain protective relaying equipment.
• Conduct end-to-end relay testing using Doble ProTest software.

Skills

Protective relay logic

Communication skills

Customer service

Technical writing

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

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

Minimum Qualifications

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

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 6+ years of hands-on experience installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing protective relays in high-voltage substations
• Experience installing, maintaining, testing, and repairing circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, and similar equipment
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Please Note

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

Additional Information

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Quality Assurance

Industries: Utilities

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