Substation Test Technician: Path to Test Specialist

Eversource Energy; Madison (CT); On-site; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking a Test Technician to provide test services for substation equipment under supervision. The role follows a four-step progression designed to prepare the incumbent for advancement to a Test Specialist, with no initial experience required at level 1.

Typical duties include performing power factor and breaker timing tests, basic relay testing, technical calculations, and assisting with substation testing and modifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology OR associate's degree in electrical engineering or electrical technology OR equivalent to an associate's degree in math and science.
• Valid motor vehicle license required.
• On-call assignments required.
• Strong knowledge of transmission protection devices and related electrical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Performs power factor and breaker timing tests.
• Analyzes and interprets test results and presents findings for review.
• Performs basic relay testing.
• Performs technical calculations for test applications.
• Performs cable proof tests.
• Performs cable locating and fault locating services.
• Assists with installation and testing of mobile transformers.
• Locates sources of radio and television interference.
• Performs tests on underground network protectors.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, and tests electrical devices such as recloser controls and voltage regulators.
• Assists with substation modifications and power quality investigations.

Skills

Transmission protection devices

Power factor testing

Relay testing

Electrical protection principles

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Technical calculations

Cable locating/testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology

Associate's degree in electrical engineering or electrical technology

Equivalent education in math and science

Job description

Eversource Energy is seeking a Test Technician to provide test services for substation equipment under supervision. The role follows a four-step progression designed to prepare the incumbent for advancement to a Test Specialist, with no initial experience required at level 1.

Typical duties include performing power factor and breaker timing tests, basic relay testing, technical calculations, and assisting with substation testing and modifications.