Senior High Voltage & Substation Field Technician

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.

 

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do

Role Overview:

The HV Technician III will provide electrical, high-voltage (HV), and substation emergency response to renewable generating facilities across the Company with a primary focus in an assigned zone. Candidate will lead maintenance and repair of HV assets in conjunction with other members of the HV Team. Candidate will also work independently under the general direction of the HV Operations Manager.   

Main responsibilities:

- Monitor and provide electrical, HV, and substation support to renewable generating facilities in an assigned zone 

- Provide 24/7 on-call support 

- Provide support for electrical design, engineering, testing, and construction as requested 

- Perform tests and repairs for switching and construction activities as requested 

- Support and coordinate commissioning, start-up, and initial operating activities 

- Manages the HV spare parts inventory of the renewable generating facilities in the zone they are responsible for 

- Safely perform switching and grounding of step-up transformers, feeder breakers, gang-operated switches, and other related components 

- Operate equipment such as bucket/line trucks, forklifts, and aerial lifts 

- Performs equipment inspections and testing to include documentation review and storage in the respective repository to ensure compliance with the applicable NERC standards and established company policies and procedures 

- Lead substation maintenance via Orders To Operate (OTOs), SAP work orders, outage planning, and other related activities 

- Reports problems and updates activities in the SAP CMMS as needed 

- Maintains inventory, inspection, and calibration of all tooling and equipment as required 

- Develops and implements site betterment projects, including preparation of scope documents, exhibits, budgets, schedules, and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) 

- Supports and coordinate electrical equipment maintenance at company facilities with LOTO and outage planning 

- Perform substation and transmission maintenance in accordance with NERC compliance requirements and established company policies and procedures 

- Work closely with site Operations Managers of the assigned region to ensure day-to-day reliability and high Technical Energy Availability based on plants’ economics 

- Serve as the first responder for emergency and routine repairs on HV equipment including transmission lines, HV cable terminations, and splices 

- Provide remote HV support to the HV Operations Manager for complex troubleshooting, component testing, and proof checking 

- Ensures adherence to all pertinent OSHA safety requirements and established company policies and procedures 

- Provide detailed written reports including root cause analyses to Operations and HV Management 

- Trains team members and other EDPR NA field personnel to perform IR thermography, electrical equipment maintenance, and prepare them to operate collection system and substation equipment 

- Operate and maintain company vehicles in ready-to-respond condition 

- Additional duties as required 

Employment type

Work site

Chalmers, IN

What are we looking for

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate degree in electrical engineering technology or an equivalent combination of training and experience 
• 5+ years of relevant technical experience; experience in power generation or distribution is preferred 
• Electrical trade certifications (e.g., four-year line or substation apprenticeship) or an equivalent combination of training and experience  
• Advanced knowledge of medium- and high-voltage substation electrical equipment, collection systems, and transmission lines maintenance and operations 
• Experience with relay and protection fundamentals 
• Experience with LOTO and OTO procedures 
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license 
• Experience with establishing HV field se