High Voltage Sr. Technician

Remote, United States, Texas

ENGIE North America Inc.

Construction / Installation / O&M Local Energy Infrastructures

Permanent

Full - Time

As the High Voltage Senior Technician, you will maintain and support the electrical system performance of our fleet of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across the United States. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring ENGIE's high-voltage systems operate safely, efficiently, and in alignment with industry-leading standards. You will maintain and repair ENGIE's fleet of BESS Substations and BESS Balance of Plant (BOP) electrical systems, ensuring their compliance with the International Electrical Testing Association Maintenance Testing Specifications (NETA-MTS), Institute of Electrical and Engineers (IEEE), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and North American Electric Reliability Corporation Protection and Control (NERC PRC-005-6C) standards.

You will also verify the commissioning of these systems in alignment with International Electrical Testing Association Acceptance Testing Specifications (NETA-ATS), manufacture specifications, and regulatory requirements.

• Minimum high school diploma or technical certificate
• Minimum five (5) years of experience with high-voltage electrical equipment in testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance, including specific experience in renewable energy systems
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, high-voltage principles, and grounding systems
• Hands-on experience with high-voltage equipment, including transformers, switch gear, switchboards, ATS, breakers, and cables
• Extensive knowledge and safety awareness of voltage systems ranging from 120
  
  VAC to 345kV
• Solid understanding of AC and DC control voltages, with a focus on 125
  
  VDC floating ground control voltages and systems
• Familiarity with industry standards, such as IEEE, NETA, NFPA, ANSI, and IEC
• Proficiency in performing advanced electrical tests on a variety of equipment including:
  Transformers, SF6 Breakers, Vacuum Breakers, Medium Voltage Cables, Air Switches, Switchgear/Switchboards, metering & Relaying, SCADA and Control Systems, Thermography
• Proficiency in testing and maintenance of critical equipment such as transformers, breakers, switch gear, capacitors, voltage regulators, and various substation components
• Experienced in the commissioning and integration of SCADA systems, with basic PLC troubleshooting skills
• Ability to perform cable repairs and welding; advantageous for maintaining high-voltage systems
• Knowledge of UPS systems, including substation batteries and chargers
• Proficient in LOTO procedures, arc flash protection, and adherence to NFPA 70E safety standards
• Expert in the use of PPE with a thorough understanding of high-voltage-specific hazards
• Exceptional analytical skills to diagnose complex equipment failures and implement effective long-term solutions

• Must be available to travel domestically up to 75% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license/clean driving record
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Hourly Range: $45.00 - $60.00 USD hourly

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all - we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits.

Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

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