Protection & Controls Lead Technician

Insight Global; United States; Remote; USD 95,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the electrical engineering sector is seeking a Utility Protection & Control Lead Technician. This role offers the opportunity to travel extensively across the United States while ensuring the safety and reliability of the Transmission & Distribution systems. You will work closely with experienced engineers, participating in critical testing and commissioning processes. This position not only demands technical expertise but also offers a chance to be part of a team that is at the forefront of cutting-edge technology in the electrical power industry. If you are passionate about engineering and ready for a dynamic role, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 7+ years of utility substation relay testing experience.
• Experience with Doble 6150, Omicron, or RTS Software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in technical oversight and documentation requirements.
• Hands-on testing and final checkout of systems.

Skills

Utility substation relay testing

Hands-on testing with Doble 6150

Troubleshooting and preventative maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Omicron

RTS Software

Job description

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Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $165,000.00/yr

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Job Description:

A client of Insight Global's Electrical Engineering Services & Systems division is currently seeking a Utility Protection & Control (P&C) Lead Technician. This position has open geography and can be based anywhere in the United States. This position does require up to 100% travel.

The Utility Protection & Control (P&C) Technician will be responsible for assisting the Utility Lead P&C / Commissioning Engineer in overall technical oversight and documentation requirements including but not limited to work plans, isolation plans, and functional test plans. This role will be actively involved (hands-on) during complete testing & final checkout. The Utility P&C Technician will work with the Utility Lead P&C Commissioning Engineer and serve as a safety net to ensure that any errors introduced by incorrectly engineered design packages or installation are identified and corrected prior to compromising the safety of employees and /or the reliability of the Transmission & Distribution system.

This team brings extensive skills and experiences to field service engineering. Active participation in recognized technical societies such as NFPA and IEEE and collaboration with a variety of utilities and industries ensures that our technicians are knowledgeable about today’s cutting-edge technology and engineering techniques. We assist customers at every stage of the power system: offering start-up and commissioning of equipment, performing planned maintenance, monitoring performance, diagnosing system problems remotely, as well as responding to emergencies on a 24/7 basis, 365 days a year. Our support services help businesses make the most of their existing electrical equipment by optimizing performance and extending the life of existing facilities.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 7+ years of utility substation relay testing experience or combination of minimum 4 years on-the-job experience and technical education/military experience.

• Experience doing hands on testing with either Doble 6150, Omicron, or RTS Software (Doble).

• Experience troubleshooting, testing, and doing preventative maintenance on substations.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.

• Level 3/4 NETA or NICET Certified.

Salary: $95,000-165,000 annually based on experience.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution and Electric Power Generation

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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