Substation Protection & Control (P&C) Lead Technician

Position Summary:

As a Substation P&C Lead Technician in the electric utility industry, you will oversee the installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of substation equipment responsible for protecting and controlling the flow of electricity within the power grid. This role requires effective leadership of a Substation P&C crew, including managing project schedules and ensuring adherence to safety and technical standards.

Candidates must demonstrate expertise in digital and electromechanical relays, intelligent electronic devices (IEDs), Station Disturbance Recorders (SDRs), Digital Fault Recorders (DFRs), RTUs, SCADA systems, metering and telemetering, and various communications equipment, including PLC, tone, pilot-wire, and fiber systems.

Please send your resume to: aaron.cavazos@thinkpowersolutions.com

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a competent safety leader with a minimum of OSHA 30 Certification.
• Exhibit a solid understanding of zones of protection and identify insufficient protection schemes.
• Apply client-specific P&C standards or demonstrate the ability to learn them rapidly.
• Provide timely documentation of as-built/as-left prints and test results.
• Analyze and test current transformer (CT) circuits with a strong understanding of related principles.
• Interpret and utilize P&C drawings, including schematics, wiring/logic diagrams, and cable schedules.
• Troubleshoot complex systems with advanced problem-solving skills.
• Commission and test microprocessor-based relays, including test plan development, execution, and end-to-end testing.
• Perform testing of Power Line Carrier (PLC) schemes including wave traps and line tuners.
• Conduct full SCADA checkout, including RTU configuration application and point verification.
• Apply Human Performance tools effectively in daily operations.
• Develop and execute detailed isolation and cut-over plans.
• Follow Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures rigorously, with knowledge of elevated requirements.
• Direct physical workers, wiremen, equipment specialists, and other team members to complete P&C tasks safely and efficiently.
• Understand and manage clearance points/zones as defined by the operating authority.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee may be required to stand, reach with hands and arms, stoop, and kneel
• The employee may be subject to rough terrain and inclement weather
• The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 50 pounds
• The employee may be required to travel
• The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions, including wet and/or humid conditions
• This position may require working more than 40 hours per week

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in protection and control within substation environments.
• OSHA 30 Construction Safety Certification required.
• Deep understanding of P&C principles and field practices.
• Demonstrated proficiency in relay testing and commissioning.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal supervision.
• High commitment to workplace and electrical safety.

About Think Power Solutions

Think Power Solutions is a certified Great Place to Work company! This credential was earned based on extensive ratings from our employees in anonymous surveys conducted by Great Place to Work, the global authority on workplace culture since 1992.

Think Power Solutions is a leading tech-enabled infrastructure management solutions provider with highly skilled, dedicated consultants that clients entrust to manage their mission-critical infrastructure. Think Power Solutions was founded with the vision of providing exceptional client service influenced by modern technology to positively impact the utilities, telecom, and construction industries. Think Power Solutions exists to serve its clients, making every effort to understand their needs and produce a high-quality deliverable tailored to their custom requirements. Our client-centric philosophy, creative thinking, and innovative solutions, combined with stellar project execution, attract top industry talent. Think Power Solutions' culture enables its people to deliver industry-leading services and products.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 3.5% company match
• 100% employer-paid employee-only medical plan
• 100% company-paid basic life insurance
• 100% company-paid short-term disability
• Optional vision and dental insurance
• Optional long-term disability
• 9 company-paid holidays
• 10 days PTO
• 2 days paid family leave
• 6 weeks maternity leave paid at 100%
• 1-week paternity leave paid at 100%
• Infertility benefits up to $10,000
• Adoption assistance up to $5,000

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