What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substation Power Equipment Engineer position at ITC Holdings Corp.?
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Make a Power Move - For the Greater Grid: Reliable. Resilient. Ready.
As AI innovation, automation and economic growth reshape the way we live and work, the demand on our power infrastructure is growing fast. At ITC, we’re building the greater grid that’s ready for today’s technology and tomorrow’s possibilities.
Our people bring the power - fueling innovation and strengthening the grid every day. We’re looking for individuals who are ready to make a power move and help us build a greater grid for a more reliable and affordable energy future.
ITC offers industry-leading compensation, benefits and opportunities to channel your energy into solutions. We foster a culture of belonging - where every voice is valued, differences are celebrated and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Make a power move today.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides technical support to employees and contractors in the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of substation power equipment.
- Prepares power equipment specifications for the purposes of procuring major power system components.
- Provides technical support and engineering solutions in the development of planned maintenance activities, and then tracks progress of the goals while recommending prioritization of corrective action activities.
- Analyzes power equipment events, determines root causes and recommends system improvements.
- Ensures power equipment is in compliance with associated regulatory requirements (NERC, IUB, ect.)
- Collaborates with other engineers and departments which may include system protection, SCADA, project managements, T- line design, T-line maintenance, or planning.
- Develop test procedures by working with new test equipment and software to create new test plans.
- Assist in response to electrical system emergencies on a 24 hour basis.
- Provide in person assistance in a substation with field technicians to help troubleshoot and commission power equipment and help with other technical issues.
- Attends meetings and training sessions to increase professional knowledge and skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Major in Electrical Engineering or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education.
- Minimum Experience:
- No work experience required for an Associate Engineer level.
- Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in related area for an Intermediate Engineer level.
- Minimum of five (5) years of work experience in related area for Senior Engineer level
- Power system coursework preferred for electrical engineering majors.
- Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
- Utility experience preferred.
- Experience with testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting high voltage power equipment preferred.
- Possess sound analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors and individuals inside and outside the Company.
- Ability to multi-task and work under minimal supervision, in a team environment.
- Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
- Ability to learn and utilize job specific software.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.
Make a Power Move - For the Greater Grid: Reliable. Resilient. Ready.
As AI innovation, automation and economic growth reshape the way we live and work, the demand on our power infrastructure is growing fast. At ITC, we’re building the greater grid that’s ready for today’s technology and tomorrow’s possibilities.
Our people bring the power - fueling innovation and strengthening the grid every day. We’re looking for individuals who are ready to make a power move and help us build a greater grid for a more reliable and affordable energy future.
ITC offers industry-leading compensation, benefits and opportunities to channel your energy into solutions. We foster a culture of belonging - where every voice is valued, differences are celebrated and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Make a power move today.