Protection and Controls Commissioning Technician

Kent; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent is actively seeking a Protection and Control Commissioning Technician in Port Arthur, TX, for upcoming projects. The role requires experience in electrical systems, including the ability to read and understand electrical schematics, safety practices, and testing of protection relays.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience and demonstrate leadership in health, safety, and sustainability practices. This position is pivotal for ensuring project specifications are met with high standards of safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in protection and control technician roles.
• Ability to work effectively across teams and locations.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand electrical diagrams and schematics.
• Conduct equipment protection and control inspections.
• Perform function testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical one/three-line diagram reading

Protection relay settings knowledge

Control logic understanding

P&ID and Instrument I/O interface reading

Function testing of electrical systems

Siemens, SEL, GE and A-B protection relays knowledge

Primary and secondary injection testing

HSE safety leadership

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

Position

Kent is looking for a Protection and Control Commissioning Technician for a Commissioning & Startup project in Port Arthur, TX.

This position is posted for anticipated upcoming projects. We are proactively identifying talent for upcoming work and qualified candidates may be contacted as project timelines are confirmed.

Responsibilities

• Able to read and understand electrical one/three-line diagrams and control schematics for LV/MV/HV electrical systems.
• Able to read and understand protection relay settings, control logic and communication parameters files.
• Able to read and understand different electrical systems control narratives.
• Able to read and understand P&ID and Instrument I/O interface drawings.
• Carries out electrical equipment protection and control installation inspections as per project specifications.
• Experienced in Siemens, SEL, GE and A-B protection relays programming and function testing.
• Experienced in using different primary and secondary injection test sets to test protection relays, current and potential transformers.
• Experienced in function testing and troubleshooting of LV/MV/HV electrical systems control and protection as per control narrative, check sheets and commissioning procedures.
• Experienced in verifying correct interface between LV/MV/HV electrical systems and different electrical management systems such as ECMS, PMS, etc.
• Always demonstrate personal HSSE leadership and excellent HSE behaviors and ensure that safety expectations are communicated and maintained.
• Attend all mandatory training as specified in HSE and Permit to Work training schedule.
• Ensure submit daily the check sheets records of testing carried out.
• Ensure all team members are fully aware and understand all the projects’ safe working practices and adhere to them to maintain a SAFE working environment.

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization.

Qualifications

• Able to read and understand electrical one/three-line diagrams and control schematics for LV/MV/HV electrical systems.
• Able to read and understand protection relay settings, control logic and communication parameters files.
• Able to read and understand different electrical systems control narratives.
• Able to read and understand P&ID and Instrument I/O interface drawings.
• Carries out electrical equipment protection and control installation inspections as per project specifications.
• Experienced in Siemens, SEL, GE and A-B protection relays programming and function testing.
• Experienced in using different primary and secondary injection test sets to test protection relays, current and potential transformers.
• Experienced in function testing and troubleshooting of LV/MV/HV electrical systems control and protection as per control narrative, check sheets and commissioning procedures.
• Experienced in verifying correct interface between LV/MV/HV electrical systems and different electrical management systems such as ECMS, PMS, etc.
• Always demonstrate personal HSSE leadership and excellent HSE behaviors and ensure that safety expectations are communicated and maintained.
• Attend all mandatory training as specified in HSE and Permit to Work training schedule.
• Ensure submit daily the check sheets records of testing carried out.
• Ensure all team members are fully aware and understand all the projects’ safe working practices and adhere to them to maintain a SAFE working environment.

Communication

• Ability to communicate effectively across location, region and corporate to accomplish objectives.

Core Competencies

• Possess basic computer training such as Microsoft Word and Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Fully trained in Control Schematic and Single Line Diagram reading.
• Fully trained in the use of hand tools, operation of test equipment.
• Fully trained in Primary and Secondary injection test sets software.
• Fully trained in Siemens, SEL, GE and A-B Relay settings software.

Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment & Quality

The employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the company, its clients and the governing authorities of the host country.

Equality & Inclusion

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.

Details about the role

Location: Port Arthur, TX
Relocation required: No
Travel required: Yes
Contract type: Project Based
Experience level: 5 years