Technical Specialist 1 - Protection, Control, And Automation

Job Summary:

This position is part of Outage Investigations, within Protection, Automation and Control (PAC). The team is responsible for analyzing faults and outage events to identify root causes, support corrective actions, and improve electric system reliability. Using Digital Fault Recorders (DFRs), fiber-optic technologies, performance analytics, and Computer-Aided Protection Engineering (CAPE) simulations, the team evaluates system performance, provides technical support during system disturbances, and collaborates on event investigations and field assessments.

Reporting to the Supervisor/Manager this entry-level position is responsible for coordinating and supporting technical activities. The role requires technical aptitude, problem-solving ability, and excellent teamwork skills to be successful.
• Provides technical assistance in support of others.
• Applies technical knowledge to help promote a safe work environment and to enhance customer satisfaction

Job Description:

• Performs assignments in specialized areas requiring technical expertise. 

• Reviews functional specifications for completeness and consideration of practical limitations. 

• Coordinates activities as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. 

• May support the review of technical documentation. 

• Supports basic work planning, coordination, budgeting, and cost estimating. 

• May support the development and updates of single line diagrams, and equipment specifications for engineering review and approval.  

• Supports material procurement.

• Collaborates with activities in the QA/QC process. 

• Provides basic technical support to field and construction groups. 

• Utilizes and improves processes and standards. 

• Provides reporting, including presentations to work groups and management. 

• Position may be required to work extended hours including major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned.

• Other duties as assigned. 

Additional Job Description:

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• BS in a technical field or BS Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited college.
• Zero to two years of professional engineering experience.

Skills

• Business knowledge in the utility & regulated environment. 
• Interpersonal and relationship development skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interact with internal and external customers.
• Team player and ability to prioritize assignments to meet commitments.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to resolve technical issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3.2 GPA or higher preferred.
• Master’s degree in a technical discipline.
• Working knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform routine assignments.
• Experience in utility industry trade organizations.
• Experience with MS Office, 365, Word, PowerPoint, Excel

Travel Requirements

• Travels: Yes
•  Percent of time: 30% approximately
•  Overnight required: Yes

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
• Climb - Seldom
• Kneel - Seldom
• Grab - Seldom
• Bend - Seldom
• Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS approximately.
• Vision - Vision acuity to operate vehicle.
• Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to

Working Conditions

• Wet or Humid - Seldom
• Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
• Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
• Working in high places - Seldom
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
• Work with Electricity - Seldom
• Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Seldom

LUMA Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or local laws.