Senior Substation Technician

SGB-SMIT USA; Louisville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k with match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

FSA

Job summary

SGB-SMIT USA, a division of a global transformer manufacturer, seeks an experienced Substation Technician to perform repair, testing, and maintenance on transformers in field and shop environments. You will handle tests per industry standards and operate specialized equipment while traveling for multi-day jobs.

The role requires a high school diploma (associate degree preferred), 10+ years of substation experience, and willingness to travel. OT, nights, and some holidays may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; an Associate’s degree in industrial maintenance or Electrical/Electronic Technology preferred.
• 10+ years of commensurate substation work experience preferred.
• Electrical theory education and/or related experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of substation services (repair, processing & testing) with understanding of transformers and related controls.
• Conduct shop and field transformer testing for Power Factor, excitation, and resistance per standards.
• Operate and test equipment including power factor testers and megohmmeters; maintain mechanical systems and oil processing units.

Skills

Substation maintenance

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Field service

Travel availability

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree in industrial maintenance

Tools

Power Factor Tester (DOBLE)

Megohmmeters

AC/DC volt-ohm-millimeters

Job description

Transform with us the future of energy

SGB-SMIT USA is a division of SGB‑SMIT Group an international transformer manufacturer with locations in Europe, Asia and America. With reliable transformer technology, the company actively supports the global energy transition in areas such as renewable energy, industry and urban energy infrastructure. As a key link between power generation, transmission and distribution, SGB‑SMIT Group develops and manufactures power transformers, distribution transformers, cast‑resin transformers and custom solutions for data centers, industrial applications and e‑mobility. These products ensure efficient, stable and secure energy flows worldwide. With more than 3,800 employees worldwide, the SGB‑SMIT Group stands for quality, innovation and sustainability and offers a stable environment to work on technologies that shape the energy systems of the future.

What sets the SGB-SMIT USA apart

• Meaningful work at the heart of the energy transition
• Short decision‑making processes and direct cooperation
• Stable, growing company with long‑term prospects

Your contribution counts – both professionally and personally.

Your benefits at SGB-SMIT USA

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Rx
• 401k with match
• Life insurance
• Long and short‑term disability
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Flexible spending account

Your tasks

• Ability to perform all aspects of substation services (repair, processing & testing) and demonstrate an exceptional understanding of transformers, construction operation and the associated controls.
• Have the ability to perform in shop and field transformer testing for Power Factor, Excitation and resistance readings per NETA/ANSI Standards and maintain operational mechanical systems including pump operations, valve operations and oil processing units.
• Troubleshoot and test transformers using various methods and testing equipment including partial installation of transformer components.
• Conduct acceptance testing and preventative maintenance in accordance with the published testing procedures.
• Operate specialized test equipment including but not limited to: Power Factor Tester (DOBLE), Megohmmeters, AC/DC volt-ohm-millimeters, various kinds of hand‑held power and nonpower tools, etc.
• Must be willing and able to travel on overnight, multi‑day, out of town jobs and able to work regular overtime including nights, weekends and some holidays.

Your profile

• High School Diploma or GED REQUIRED
• Associate's degree in industrial maintenance, Electrical/Electronic Technology preferred.
• 10+ years of commensurate Substation work experience preferred.
• Electrical theory education and/or related experience is required.
• Military experience is a plus.
• NETA certification is a plus.
• CDL Class A is desired but not required.

SGB-SMIT USA is an equal Opportunity Employer.