Sr Field Engineer - Substations Operations

Job description

Under limited supervision of the Section Manager, the Senior Substation Field Engineer performs assignments of basic and moderate complexity in engineering field designs, problem analysis, and planning within Substation Operations. The Sr. Engineer conducts field investigations and prepares associated reports, and test memorandas within the field or fields of responsibility. This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan. 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 performs root cause analysis and investigation of equipment failures. - Acts as a liaison and coordinates with T&S 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. - Attend departme...