Senior Substation Test Technician

Position Overview

Power your future with Qualus in our Specialized Field Services department as a Senior Substation Test Technician. As a Senior Substation Test Technician, you will perform testing and maintenance of medium and high voltage circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, and other electrical apparatus in utility substation environments. 

Responsibilities

• Perform acceptance and maintenance testing activities involving the operation of equipment in utility substations from 15-500kV, adhering to all safety measures. 
• Perform inspection, testing, and troubleshooting on medium and high voltage circuit breakers up to 500kV including megger, ductor, power factor, gas analysis, and timing tests. 
• Perform inspection, testing and troubleshooting of power transformers including TTR, power factor, Sweep Frequency Response Analysis, excitation, and winding resistance. 
• Perform testing on current transformers, CCVT’s, substation grounding systems, and station batteries. 
• Utilize and accurately read meters and test equipment. 
• Reads and interprets schematics and wiring drawings. 
• Troubleshoot circuit breaker and transformer controls. 
• Accurately document test results using Power DB. 
• Adhere to production timelines. 
• Mentor and help hold team members accountable for assigned tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School/GED required with technical/vocational school background related to electrical/power required
• 2-year technical school graduate or Bachelor’s degree from ABET accredited university
• Minimum 3 years related experience in substations, power plants and related protection and control schemes.  Protective relay experience preferred, but not required 
• Familiar with omicron and doble software preferred, not required.  
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, business acumen, management ability 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) 
• Ability to read company manuals and reports, workplace rules and procedures; speak with poise and confidence, using correct English 
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required. 
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (inclusive of reading and writing) due to the nature of safety-related materials, documentation, and interactions with clients.
• Prefer an Associate’s degree from an accredited 2-year technical college in Electrical Power & Controls (EPC), or an Electrical Engineering Degree from an ABET accredited college, similar experience and training from the military (Army Prime Power, Air Force Electrical Power Production, or NAVY Seabee)

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Benefits & Compensation

Qualus offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, which may include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage, Retirement Savings Plans (including employer matching where applicable), Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Company Holidays. Benefits offerings may vary based on position, work location, and eligibility requirements. The compensation range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable laws and market practices. The final base salary offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, internal equity, performance, and business needs. Compensation ranges are subject to change at the Company's discretion and as permitted by applicable law.

Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, energy efficiency and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 2,000 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.

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