P&C Field Technologist Assoc. - Sr.
Core
Install, operate, test, calibrate, and maintain protection and control devices (relays, SCADA, fault recorders) and communications equipment for power transmission systems.
Role type
Senior IC P&C Field Technologist
Builds
Reliable power transmission infrastructure and protection systems
Domain
Power Grid / Electrical Engineering
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Troubleshooting electromechanical and microprocessor-based relays, reading electrical schematics, calibrating protection devices, switching at various voltage levels, basic fault analysis using oscillography data, interpreting electrical prints, working with cable/wire/switchboard systems, operating test equipment, climbing ladders, working at heights, working outdoors and in confined spaces, lifting heavy equipment
Preferred skills
Experience with 765kV energized equipment, knowledge of trip circuits, familiarity with AEP standard planning practices
Technologies
Digital relays, electromechanical relays, intelligent electronic devices, Station Disturbance Recorders (SDR), digital fault recorders (DFR), event recorders, RTUs, station SCADA systems, power line carriers (PLC), tone/pilot wire/fiber communications
Responsibilities
Test and calibrate fundamental protection & control devices periodically; assist with switching at all voltage levels; troubleshoot and repair relays at the card level; ensure circuitry and installation correctness prior to service; perform basic fault analysis; assist in installation and commissioning of new P&C systems; maintain accurate records and reports.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC