Substation Specialist

Quanta Services - Substation Specialist - Upland, California

PAR West, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE : PWR), is an industry leader in all aspects of outside infrastructure, electrical, gas, and telecom construction.

Our reputation as solution providers has been consistently applied across all our service offerings. Our innovative and forward-thinking teams bring decades of experience to every project.

Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.

We offer a full range of construction services and solutions for substations, overhead and underground distribution and transmission lines, maintenance, startup, associated communications, energized services, emergency storm restoration and assessment, and engineer, procure and construct (EPC) services.

About this Role

The Utility Line Management Services (ULMS) Substation Electrical Startup Engineer position is a multifaceted and dynamic position.

Responsibilities include :

• Electrical startup of client substations
• Supporting field operations, relay / automation operations, equipment installation and maintenance, regulatory compliance, program development
• Managing construction projects

ULMS offers employees a competitive wage, medical benefits, 401K, paid holidays, and a company vehicle or vehicle allowance.

Southern California offers some of the best weather in the country and amazing recreational opportunities from our amazing mountains to the Pacific coast.

What You'll Do

• Possess 10 or more years of experience in substation or power generation protective relaying and automation controls, including engineering, maintenance, construction, or operational activities.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of basic electric power systems and their operation; electrical devices as used in complex analog and digital control systems.
• Ability to perform effectively in a NERC CIP and FERC regulated environment.
• Knowledge of SCADA, SA2, and SA3 systems.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and possess effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, manufacturer’s manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematic diagrams.
• Ability to detect and identify corrective actions for faulty electrical instrument and control device operation.
• Familiarity with Doble and other various test equipment used during substation testing.
• Must be flexible to perform full or part-time work hours; commit to long duration jobs; and work in remote locations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

What You'll Bring

• Perform as Subject Matter Expert (SME) on substation electrical systems and components.
• Perform oversight of testing, inspections, repairs, and adjustments of relays and protective equipment.
• Interpret protective relay setting and perform relay calibration.
• Oversee testing and inspections of electrical apparatus used in generation, transmission, and distribution.
• Support Technicians in the maintenance of various subsystems.
• Conduct mechanical and electrical analysis, performance, and acceptance tests.
• Act as a single point of contact between client organizations.
• Identify, document, and manage issue reports for component testing.
• Perform final reviews of test results for accuracy.
• Support analysis, design, and implementation of new processes, policies, and procedures.
• Develop technical documentation and project reports.

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $70.00 / Hr. - depending on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on any protected status.

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