What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substation Maintenance Specialist II position at RWE Americas?
- Location(s):
- Roscoe, TX, US, n/a
- Haskell, TX, US, 79521
RWE Americas, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent
Functional area: Operations & Maintenance
Remuneration: Non-Exempt
The Substation Maintenance Specialist II performs difficult transmission/substation engineering tasks that require extensive analysis of alternatives to reach decisions and make appropriate recommendations on technical issues. The role performs routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on substation and collection system components.
Role Responsibilities:
- Assures that all operations and maintenance activities are performed in a safe manner consistent with policies and procedures established for the electrical systems of the wind farms
- Independently performs complex inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on all major substation systems
- Writes and executes switching orders, ensuring all clearances, lock-out and tag-out procedures are applied
- Conducts advanced diagnostic testing (e.g., relay testing, transformer oil analysis) and recommends corrective actions
- Supports compliance reporting by reviewing and verifying testing and maintenance documentation
- Serves as a site-level subject matter expert, assisting in coordinating maintenance campaigns and working with contractors or vendors
- Provides hands-on training and guidance to S3 technicians, elevating overall team skill levels
- Maintains substation equipment, collection system, and transmission lines; works with RWE employees and contractors to ensure proper maintenance and/or repairs are performed on the electrical equipment in a safe and timely manner
- Performs high voltage switching and grounding of electrical equipment, including writing switching orders, along with
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RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.
At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors – Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Maternity & Paternity Leave, Vacation & Paid Time Off