Technical Supervisor Substations Operations

Job description

Under limited supervision of the Section Manager, the Technical Supervisor performs assignments of basic and moderate complexity in engineering field designs, problem analysis, and planning within Substation Operations. The Technical Supervisor conducts field investigations and prepares associated reports, and test memorandums within the field or fields of responsibility. This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

Responsible for providing technical guidance and support during operation and maintenance of major substation electrical equipment (circuit breakers, power transformers, switchgear, capacitor banks, gas-insulated substations (GIS), instrument transformers, dc systems, test sets, etc.). Responsible for providing field support to substation operations when system and equipment problems occur and perform root cause analysis and investigation of equipment failures.

Monitors, evaluates, and works closely with Transmission & Substation Engineering (Equipment Engineer and/or Relay Engineer) to troubleshoot field issues and to determine best corrective action as conditions warrant and on an as needed basis. Provides the information necessary to evaluate failures on substation equipment. Reports on results and periodically reviews all data to determine if trends are developing. Recommends corrective action.

Monitors and reports on the use of new equipment in substations. Tracks equipment out of service and the repairs to ensure the availability of the substation equipment during critical load periods. Attends departmental meetings and serves on committees as required. Assist in preparation of operating, maintenance, and test procedures. Conduct and participate in field evaluation/analysis of field equipment or system maloperations, prepare failure analysis reports and other analyses as may be required.

Work independently and with Transmission and Substation Engineering, as needed, to prepare test procedures for equipment commissioning or post repair restoration. Provides equipment training to substation personnel as needed. Supervises assigned substation/relay personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, setting performance expectations, coaching and developing employees, addressing performance issues, and providing input into or completing employee performance evaluations.

Assumes responsibility for team performance and operational coverage as needed. Participates in the Companys emergency management processes and storm plan as required.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or an associated Technical Field and 3 years of engineering work experience in substation engineering work or related operations experience. Related operations experience includes the development and application of technical principles in substation equipment rating, application, specification, engineering, operation, and maintenance. or Associate's Degree in Engineering or an associated Technical Field and 6 years of engineering work experience in substation engineering work or related operations experience.

Related operations experience includes the development and application of technical principles in substation equipment rating, application, specification, engineering, operation, and maintenance. Preferred Education/Experience Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) and a minimum 8 years of engineering work experience in substation engineering work or related operations experience. Relevant Work Experience Computer proficiency to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), required.

Experience and/or knowledge of substation layout and major equipment including breakers, switches, and substation steel, required. Ability to interpret test results, one-line diagrams, and schematic drawings, required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical, technical and computer skills, required. Working knowledge of applicable codes and industry standards associated with the equipment, required.

Ability to write substation and relay maintenance procedures and coordinate engineering projects and assignments, preferred.

Licenses and Certifications Driver's License Required Other

P.E. License Preferrederred - Preferrederable to have a NY and NJ Professional Engineers License or be in the process of qualifying for a license. Preferred Additional Physical Demands The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be able and willing to travel within Company service territory, as needed.

Must be willing to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, various shifts and stand-by. Availability for off-hour calls.