FACTS Field Technologist

AEP; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP in New Albany, OH seeks an engineer to commission, operate, test and maintain FACTS and HVDC facilities, including STATCOMs, SVCs, and energy storage systems.

The role involves supporting project development, reviewing specifications, vendor documents, and commissioning equipment in the field with local TFS, plus emergency response and annual maintenance planning.

Experience with power systems and design review is preferred; ABET-accredited degree required; PAT may be needed.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Minimum 2 years of related engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Commission and maintain FACTS/HVDC equipment.
• Support new FACTS project activities from specification to in-service operation.
• Review drawings and vendor documentation for FACTS devices.
• Coordinate and schedule annual FACTS maintenance work plan.
• Respond to emergency call-outs and restore service as required.

Skills

2+ years experience

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

**Job Summary**Perform work associated with the commissioning, operation, testing and maintenance of FACTS (Flexible AC Transmission Systems) and HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) facilities. These include Static Synchronous Compensators (STATCOMs), Static Var Compensators (SVCs), Series Capacitors (SCs), Synchronous Condensers, Energy Storage Systems (ESSs), Reactive Power Controllers (RPCs), and other advanced or emerging technology systems serving the transmission grid.**Job Description**Job Description Additionally, the employee will support in new project development including specificationreview, technical bid review/evaluation, design review, review and approval of drawings and other vendor documents, and commissioning of all equipment in the field with support from local TFS. The employee is responsible for the completion of the annual work plan for FACTS devices as well as troubleshooting and field restoration of devices. Responding to emergency call-outs and coordinating prompt restoration of service as required. This list is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions. * Employee may perform miscellaneous, related, and incidental work in addition to that specifically outlined below.* Assist in the testing and calibration of FACTS controllers and fundamental relay equipment periodically and as required, including compliance verification and trip testing.* Perform switching at all voltage levels under the direction of the proper Dispatching Authority.* Maintain tools and test equipment in good working order. Maintain accurate records, reports and drawings as required.* Assist in Troubleshooting and Repair FACTS devices, associated relays, and other controls.* Read fundamental electrical schematics and other vendor documentation to support ongoing operation of FACTS devices.* Lead on-site activities for the installation and commissioning of new FACTS equipment.* Assist in the diagnosis of equipment failures, mis-operations, and assist with corrective action to affect repair and prevent recurrence and ensure reliability of FACTS equipment.* Obtain fault records and oscillography of fundamental systems to determine if device operated correctly.* Coordinate and schedule the annual FACTS maintenance work plan. Provide on-site support and assistance necessary for the maintenance and repair of existing FACTS equipment.* Assist in development of maintenance plans, inspection reports, and other documentation to record the maintenance and repair activities of the FACTS fleet.* Support AEP’s documentation plan and record keeping relating to the FACTS/HVDC equipment* Coordinate procurement of replacement parts and manage warranty and service contact* issues with vendors.* Support new FACTS project activities from project specification to final in-service operation.* Work with vendors to resolve issues as needed.* Provide local TFS station and P&C groups with technical support as needed MINIMUM\\_REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) or a Bachelor's degree in engineering technology in a program accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). Experience: Has typically acquired 2 or more years of related experience in work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering technology principles. Must successfully complete the Physical Abilities Test (PAT) **Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**SP20-007**Compensation Range:**$42.13 - $52.67The Physical Demand Level for this job is: L – Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 12 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 5-6 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) When it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time, but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg c ontrols; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible