Technical Specialist - Compression, Technical Specialist - Compression or Sr. Technical Specialist - Compression

BHE GT&S
JOB DESCRIPTION

BHE GT&S has an exciting opportunity as a Technical Specialist 1 - Compression, Technical Specialist 2 - Compression or Sr. Technical Specialist
- Compression located at our Myersville Station in Middletown, MD. This position will also support areas in Leesburg, VA, Catlett, VA and Chambersburg, PA.

• Provide engineering and technical expertise to support the planning, design, execution, and operational support of Compression Services capital projects and fleet reliability initiatives.
• Perform compression calculations, pump and heat exchanger sizing, engine mapping, equipment specification development, design reviews, root cause analyses (RCA), and regulatory compliance activities.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical distribution, protection, and control systems, including the replacement, configuration, and testing of components.
• Conduct comprehensive testing of substation equipment, including power factor, turns ratio, insulation resistance (megger), and other analytical tests necessary to ensure reliable system operation.
• Operate station and substation equipment, including electrical switching and grounding activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering to manage relay settings, passwords, Management of Change (MOC) processes, and system modifications.
• Install, maintain, test, and troubleshoot solid-state and microprocessor-based relays, metering systems, sequential event recorders, digital fault recorders, and SCADA control systems.
• Maintain and calibrate associated station equipment, including generators, motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), circuit breakers, AC inverters, DC chargers, batteries, HVAC systems, and instrumentation.
• Recommend, implement, and monitor preventive and predictive maintenance programs, software, and systems to improve equipment reliability.
• Perform site inspections, equipment walk‑downs, and maintain accurate drawings, records, and configuration control documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards and regulations, including NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 70E, Company safety policies, and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to technicians, operators, and less experienced personnel.
• Support emergency response efforts, including working independently or extended hours as operational conditions require.
• Maintain accountability for assigned tools, testing equipment, vehicles, and other company assets.
• Apply knowledge of synchronous motor systems to support operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities.

• Experience in power generation, natural gas processing, petrochemical, or large industrial plant environments.
• Experience working with GE, SEL, and Beckwith relays.
• Proficiency in using electrical test equipment, relay software, and relay test equipment.
• Knowledge of SCADA and remote‑control systems.

• Deep understanding of plant electrical power generation and distribution systems, and plant utilities (air, water, gas, etc.).
• Applied knowledge of protective and network relaying, electrical and control systems, including transformers, switch gear, MCCs, VFDs, lighting, HVAC, AC/DC systems, batteries, and control panels.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations, industrial electrical hazards, and safety requirements for rotating equipment, arc flash, and confined spaces.
• Strong analytical, deductive reasoning, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical writing.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Maximo or similar maintenance management systems.
• Ability to perform physical duties such as climbing,…