What are the responsibilities and job description for the Power Systems Test Engineer position at RESA Power?
Position Summary: The primary purpose of this position is to provide testing and commissioning services for electric utility customers in the Midwest. Regional travel required to cover Northern IL, Eastern Wisconsin, Upper Peninsula Michigan. Occasional travel to other states may be expected.
- Inspect, test, troubleshoot, perform start-up and collect data of high voltage transmission and distribution electrical systems, controls, and protection relays.
- Proficient in reading and accurately interpreting power system schematic and wiring diagrams.
- Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.
- Solid theoretical understanding of electricity and a good aptitude for problem solving.
- Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with customers and peers.
- Dependable and responsible with good judgment and organizational skills.
- Good customer service, time management and follow-up skills.
- Work effectively with customers, peers and management to resolve client issues.
- Work will require flexible hours, weekends and holidays along with the availability to work out of town as needed.
- All work and decisions shall be conducted in strict compliance of all regulatory laws.
- Other duties as assigned by manager.
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or experience equivalency and a minimum of 3 years related experience.
- Previous professional experience in electric utility commissioning and testing is preferred.
- Proven skills in written and oral communication of technical topics.
- Knowledge of various industry standards such as: NETA, NEC, OSHA and NFPA.
- Must be able to work safely and adhere to all electrical safety procedures.
- Strong communication (written and oral).
- Able to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
- Able to work with various people throughout the organization-Customer Focused.
- Focus on accuracy and efficiencies.
- For positions that utilize a company vehicle, will be required to have a valid driver’s license.
- We pride ourselves on our integrity and expertise. We don’t cut corners.
- You perform job responsibilities safely, efficiently, and thoroughly all day, every day.
- You conduct yourself professionally, ethically, and honestly.
- You display sound judgment and decision-making skills. You avoid choosing courses of action that assume unreasonable risk to yourself or the Company.
- You are on time and preplan time off.
- You produce a quality product.
- Our number one concern is our customer and our long-term relationships with them prove our dedication.
- You approach job responsibilities with enthusiasm, professionalism, and in a customer focused manner.
- You promote goodwill by handling all contacts (example: coworkers, management, vendors, customers, etc.) with respect, courtesy, cooperation, attentiveness and follow instructions from management.
- We are dedicated to growing the company and our employees.
- You understand and apply your knowledge of techniques, policy, procedures, equipment, and skills involved in the job.
- You seek out new assignments and assume additional duties.
- You seek to expand your abilities (certifications, continuing ed, OTJ experience, etc.).
- Every day is different, so we need to be innovative, decision makers, flexible and adaptable.
- You efficiently and thoroughly complete assignments.
- You perform work assignments independently.
- You propose new ideas and find better ways of doing things.
- We are efficient, reliable and no nonsense. We work hard, but we also play hard.
- You follow through on commitments in a timely way.
- You produce easily understandable and accurate reports that meet customer and/or Company expectations.
- You actively listen. You seek advice and help as appropriate.
- You can effectively deliver messages to a variety of individuals (RESA employees, vendors, customers, etc.).
- Our leaders are servant leaders. We provide you with the support of a well-run company, but the connectedness of a family. We collaborate with each other and our customers.
- You collaborate to create the best solutions for each other and our customers.
- You build strong relationships within the team, across RESA departments and locations and with customers and vendors.