Sr Electrical Test Technician

Job Overview

Sr Electrical Test Technician role at Saber Power Services, LLC (SPS), located in Houston, TX. The position involves testing, maintenance, and start-ups of high voltage substations, with duties performed in Corpus Christi, TX.

• AAS in Electrical or Electronics Technology, BSEE, BSEET or equivalent experience in the high voltage industry
• 4+ years’ experience in the high voltage industry

• Power DB knowledge a plus
• Valid driver’s license
• Word processing, spreadsheet and e-mail software
• Mathematics, including algebra and trigonometry
• Broad knowledge of electrical AC/DC fundamentals
• Broad knowledge of the major components of a substation
• Broad knowledge of control and protection systems
• Knowledge of high-voltage electric field theory
• Broad knowledge of electrical code and standards (NEC, NESC, and applicable IEEE and ANSI)
• Broad knowledge of civil / structural codes and standards (NESC, and applicable IEEE, ANSI, AISC and ACI)
• Broad knowledge of the function of major electrical equipment
• Broad knowledge of ground grid theory and design
• Effective oral and written communications
• Knowledge of the types of drawings required to construct an electrical substation
• Knowledge of drafting standards
• Working in a team environment
• Communicating effectively with co-workers
• Ability to travel 50% required

• Perform electrical testing services on power apparatus, substations, and switch gear, including:
• Protective relaying and relaying systems
• Circuit Breakers
• Power Transformers
• Current and Potential Transformers
• Meters, Transducers, and Power system metering
• Power Cables
• Grounding Systems
• Motors and Motor Starters
• Station Batteries and Chargers
• Alarm systems and Annunciators
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Perform troubleshooting and problem identification and analysis; make recommendations regarding corrective action and/or repairs
• Generate technical reports detailing services provided, problems found, and corrective action taken or recommended
• Represent the company professionally when communicating and interfacing with clients
• Communicate effectively with the management team on project status and scheduling of manpower and equipment
• Maintain safety as a top priority
• Develop and track all drawings required for the construction of an electrical substation
• Oversee project-specific activities of the project team
• Mark up drawings for submission to Engineering
• Perform calculations for the design of civil / structural components
• Learn and use task-specific software
• Learn and properly use the document management system
• Learn and apply corporate standard engineering practices
• Keep project schedule up to date
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of work
• Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party
• Other duties as required

Safety is a Core Value of the organization:
We work SAFELY or not at all.

Saber has an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, short term disability, life insurance, 401K with Matching, flexible benefit account; and an outstanding work environment. Check out our Total Rewards Plan here.

Saber Power Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Quality Assurance

Equal opportunity and inclusion statements are included above as part of the description.