Traveling Substation Technician

Job Description

This position performs technical substation work in support of relay, meter, and control systems across the BHE Renewables generation fleet. The Traveling Substation Technician I applies standard practices to routine substation testing, maintenance, and commissioning activities and may assist with contractor oversight and project coordination while emphasizing safety, Human Performance Improvement (HPI) tools, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

Assist with installation, commissioning, maintenance, testing, adjustment, troubleshooting, and repair of substation equipment.
Support testing of protective relays, programmable substation equipment, PLCs and automation controllers, meters, batteries, UPSes, control circuits, and associated substation apparatus under supervision.
Perform routine maintenance and inspections on substation equipment including breakers, transformers, regulators, capacitors, reactors, and related systems.
Assist with testing processes such as insulation resistance (megger), transformer ratio testing, power factor testing, and related analytical tests.
Participate in switching and grounding activities as qualified and directed.
Use and maintain assigned tools, test equipment, and materials in accordance with company standards.
Comply with all safety rules, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Travel extensively to BHE Renewables facilities to support substation operations and projects.

Qualifications

Six or more years experience in the relay and meter trade. High school diploma or GED; equivalent combination of education and experience. Completion of, or enrollment in, an electrical apprenticeship, BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent training program preferred.
Fundamental knowledge of electrical theory and substation equipment.
Ability to learn relay, control, and metering systems.
Basic computer skills, including use of testing software and Microsoft Office.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work safely in energized environments, confined spaces, and at heights.
Project management skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver's license required.
Travel is required due to the geographic location of BHE Renewables assets.

About Us

BHE Renewables delivers sustainable energy solutions for customers and communities. We own, operate and develop wind, solar, geothermal, hydroelectric and natural gas projects in 11 U.S. states. The power generated is sold into energy markets or directly to customers through long-term purchase agreements.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, BHE Renewables is an innovative and growing company with new offices in Phoenix and San Diego. Our 50/50 joint venture with Occidental Petroleum has led to a demonstration project showing how Terra Lithium technology is used to extract lithium from the brine presently flowing through our geothermal plants in Imperial Valley, CA.

Our CHAMPION culture drives our success by fostering high expectations, ownership and continuous improvement within a respectful and inclusive team environment. Through the CHAMPION mindset, we focus on the fundamentals - preparation, planning and attention to detail - holding ourselves accountable to do simple better. Alongside this, the BHE Renewables CARES program encourages employee volunteerism and invests in our communities, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and collaboration, making us stronger together.

About the Team

BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.