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Southern Power Systems
Job Title : Field Electrical Engineer
Schedule : Monday - Friday (weekends as needed)
Location
Baton Rouge and various location along the Gulf Coast
Key Responsibilities / Duties
- Understand type of relay and test procedure needed
- Isolate device successfully from system for testing
- Able to return relay into the system without incident
- Utilize test set, proper software, and steps to maintain relay integrity
- Understand digital logic and decipher / follow logic diagrams
- Understand protection schemes / zones of protection
- Complete DFR, SCADA, communications
- Develop and repair relay test routines
- Develop relay settings and program relays
- Understand electrical testing and test results
- Issue field service reports
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is requiredPrior industrial / substation electrical experience is preferredPreferred knowledge of Doble Protection Suite, Omicron Test Universe, ENOSERV RTSCDL or Chauffer's license is preferred - ability to effectively pull a trailerUtilize PPE and safety equipment as required per taskMust have reliable transportationMust be able to acquire a TWIC cardAbility to read and interpret wiring diagrams and electrical schematic drawingsParticipate in job safety analysis, behavioral based safety observations, and all other Safety, Health and Environmental Processes.Physical Demands and Work Environment
Ability to work skillfully with both hands constantly, independently, safely lift and carry objects up to 5 feet long and weighing up to 20 pounds routinely, 50 pounds occasionally, climb and maintain balance on ladders and scaffold, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, push, pull, twist, finger, grasp and feel on a constant and repetitive basis, stand, walk, talk, see (20 / 20 vision naturally or corrected), hear within normal range and perform repetitive motion activities.Work involves some travel to various job locationsAbility to work in extreme environmental conditions including excessive heat and cold, noise, vibrations, dust, fumes, oils, wear a portable respirator.Ability to physically negotiate the hazards of a new construction worksite (i.e. uneven surfaces, floor openings, heights, construction debris and poor lighting).Candidates will be required to pass initial screenings and maintain active status :
Drug & Alcohol TestFit for Duty (Physical)Criminal Background CheckLA Driver's License Status CheckSeniority level
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Utilities
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