Lead Substation Commissioning Technician - Central Region

About the Position

Lead Substation Commissioning Technician - Central Region

We are seeking a Lead Substation Commissioning Technician for our Central Region team to ensure substation equipment is commissioned in compliance with project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the preparation and maintenance of a detailed commissioning schedule.
• Proactively plans for commissioning activities and major milestones.
• Executes the commissioning effort ensuring compliance with the associated specifications and contracts.
• Completes thorough system walk downs/reviews to establish the completion status of systems and identify outstanding items to be completed.
• Qualified as a subject matter expert (SME) in the following areas:
  • Protection System design, settings/configurations, installation, testing and commissioning.
  • NERC CIP ESP/Security Zone commissioning.
• Oversees the commissioning process, reviews and approves documentation and test results received from the responsible organization, and provides technical support.
• Reviews and supports Commissioning Test Plan and test results for Relay Calibration and Operation (Tests from Engineering) for all Protection System Relays.
• Provides technical/troubleshooting support to relay commissioning test plans.
• Reviews and approves relay test results.
• Receives Protection System Commissioning documentation from the responsible organization for review and approval.
• Reviews and approves AC Acceptance (Load Check) for all Protection System Relay validating acceptable test results provided by the testing resources immediately after energization.
• Ensures correct symmetrical phasing of voltages and currents with balanced loading.
• Provides Post Commissioning Review of all Protection System Commissioning documentation.
• Reviews all Checklists and Test Reports for adequacy and completeness.
• Provides feedback to the commissioning resource organization.
• Completes review within two weeks of receiving the documentation from DM.
• Provides SWMS Inventory and Configuration Validation.
• Adheres to safety and quality standards as applicable to duties and accountabilities.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.

Requirements

• Preferred Qualifications:
  • NICET or NETA Certification preferred.
  • 8+ years of relevant startup experience preferred.
• Minimum Qualifications:
  • OSHA 10 Hour Training.
  • All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Competencies

• Project Instructions Manual, contract documents, and startup guidelines
• Division Policies
• Supervisory Skills
• Communications Skills
• Planning Skills
• Multi-tasking Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Computer Skills
• Knowledge of discipline technical principles related to power plants.
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, and instruments used in performance of job duties
• Knowledge of internal engineering systems and tools

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
• Requires repetitive movement.
• May require work above 5 feet in height.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.

Work Environment

• High Voltage Substation environment:
  • Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
  • Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
  • Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions.
  • Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
  • Work around hazardous equipment.
• Typical office environment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits portfolio including medical, dental, and vision insurances
• Disability and wellness program
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid vacation and holiday time
• Sick time and dependent sick time
• Company-matched 401k plan
• Adoption reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vendor discounts
• Employment referral program
• AD&D insurance
• Pre-taxed accounts
• Voluntary legal plan
• B&V Credit Union
• Performance-based bonus program

About the Company

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. We value diverse voices and perspectives, cultivating an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and providing innovative and effective solutions for clients.

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