Senior PTE P&C Technician

RPMGlobal; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior PTE P&C Technician to perform testing and commissioning of high voltage systems. The role requires extensive experience in electrical testing and a strong understanding of protective relays. Join a high-performing team and enjoy a rewarding career with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Holidays

Vacation/Paid Sick Leave

Voluntary Life Insurance

401K

Telehealth Benefit

Maternity and Paternity Leave

New Dads and Moms Benefit program

Fertility Benefits

Gender affirming care

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in electrical testing, especially high voltage systems.
• Expertise in relay calibration and testing.
• Knowledge of NETA, IEEE, NFPA standards.

Responsibilities

• Testing and commissioning of Protection and Control systems.
• Documenting test results and producing field reports.
• Performing Job Hazard Analysis and supporting project leads.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Omicron CMC 256/356

Doble F6150

ProTesT

Protection Suite

ENOSERV RTS

Omicron Test Universe

AcSELerator Quickset

MS Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Senior PTE P&C Technician

At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, we strive to create an environment where our field teams operate safely, delivering excellent technical service, leading to a high degree of client satisfaction. We share lessons learned and keep our safety and technical skills sharp through training and application. If you are interested in a long-term engagement with a high-performing team, please send us your resume.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform testing and commissioning of Protection and Control systems on high voltage substations
• Perform on-site hands-on protective relay testing using relay test sets such as Omicron CMC 256/356 or Doble F6150. Examples of relays to be tested are SEL-311L, SEL-387, SEL-487, SEL-421, SEL-351S, GE L90, GE D60 among others.
• Technical and safety development
• Support Project Lead or Field Supervisor on projects
• Perform Job Hazard Analysis – JHA
• Accurately document test results and produce field reports in the requested format
• Read and understand electrical drawings and schematics
• Perform clerical responsibilities such as timecards, expense reports, and project reports

Required Education/Experience

• Five to ten (5-10) years of professional experience in the electrical testing industry, including experience in medium and high voltage circuit breakers, power transformers, instrument transformers, and substation protection and controls testing
• Demonstrable expertise on transmission, generation, and distribution relays (SEL, Basler, Beckwith, and GE families) and protective schemes
• Technical skills related to protective relays include relay calibration utilizing test sets/measuring devices such as Omicron CMC 256/356 and Doble F6150, control scheme testing, testing of the sensing CT/PT circuits, ability to upload settings to microprocessor relays, and static & dynamic testing of microprocessor-based protective relays
• Proven experience with Electrical Field Testing standards, practices, and procedures such as NETA, IEEE, NFPA applicable standards
• Demonstrable knowledge of testing electrical distribution, generation, and transmission projects with voltage levels ranging from 15 kV to 500 kV, including protective relays, and circuit breakers
• Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical skills, and the ability to perform mathematical calculations
• Working knowledge of computer systems and microprocessors or relay software and project environment skills
• Demonstrable expertise in the use of the latest computer controlled solid-state test equipment (Automated protective relay test equipment such as Omicron or Doble)
• Technical software for testing purposes and data review: ProTesT, Protection Suite, ENOSERV RTS, Omicron Test Universe, and AcSELerator Quickset
• Administrative software: MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experienced in managing electrical drawings
• Ability to meet minimum insurability standards based on a Motor Vehicle Report
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol test
• Ability to pass seven (7) year background check
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift 50+lbs with or without a reasonable accommodation
• Must be willing to travel (up to 80%)

Desired Education/Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Technology degree in a similar discipline
• Experience testing and troubleshooting electromechanical relays
• Experience testing and commissioning electrical equipment on high voltage substations such as CTs, CCVTs, PLC systems, and DC systems including batteries and battery chargers
• Experience in testing IEC 61850 protocol

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP’s 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects.

At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K
• Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• New Dads and Moms Benefit program
• Fertility Benefits
• Gender affirming care

We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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