High Voltage Senior Technician 39925
High Voltage Senior Technician 39925
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Job Description
What You Can Expect
As the High Voltage Senior Technician based in Houston TX 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 ENGIEs highvoltage systems operate safely efficiently and in alignment with industryleading standards. You will maintain and repair ENGIEs fleet of BESS Substations and BESS Balance of Plant (BOP) electrical systems ensuring their compliance with the International Electrical Testing Association Maintenance Testing Specifications (NETAMTS) Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and North American Electric Reliability Corporation Protection and Control (NERC PRC005C) standards. You will also verify the commissioning of these systems in alignment with International Electrical Testing Association Acceptance Testing Specifications (NETAATS) manufacture specifications and regulatory requirements.
Reporting to the High Voltage Program Manager your primary responsibilities encompass:
- Maintain and repair highvoltage equipment including transformers breakers switchgear cables and associated BESS systems ensuring adherence to company maintenance procedures industry standards and safety guidelines
- Verify the commissioning of highvoltage systems in alignment with NETAATS standards collaborating with thirdparty contractors and external teams during the construction and commissioning phases of new projects
- Troubleshoot and resolve faults in highvoltage electrical systems applying innovative solutions to solve complex problems and minimize downtime
- Coordinate with internal and external teams to ensure maintenance and commissioning tasks are completed safely efficiently and within established timelines
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance and commissioning activities generate detailed reports for internal stakeholders and update computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) as required
- Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations including NFPA 70E OSHA standards IEEE safety guidelines and NETA safety procedures fostering a culture of safety excellence
What Youll Bring
- Minimum high school diploma or technical certificate
- Minimum five 5 years of experience with highvoltage electrical equipment in testing troubleshooting and maintenance including specific experience in renewable energy systems particularly BESS
- NETA Level I certification; in lieu of certification a minimum of five 5 years of relevant experience and a commitment to ongoing education in highvoltage technology and testing methods
- Strong understanding of electrical theory highvoltage principles and grounding systems
- Handson experience with highvoltage equipment including transformers switchgear switchboards ATS breakers and cables
- Extensive knowledge and safety awareness of voltage systems ranging from 120VAC to 345kV
- Solid understanding of AC and DC control voltages with a focus on 125VDC 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 switchgear 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 highvoltage 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 highvoltagespecific hazards
- Exceptional analytical skills to diagnose complex equipment failures and implement effective longterm solutions
Additional Details
- This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy with a minimum of three 3 days working in office. For candidates residing in remote cities in Texas occasional travel to our Houston TX office location is required with a minimum of 1 week per month
- 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. drivers license/clean driving record
- Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
Compensation
Salary Range: $36.00 $55.17 USD hourly
This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.
Actual offered salary may depend on geography experience industry knowledge education internal pay alignment or other bona fide factors.
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 wellbeing seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical dental vision life insurance employerpaid shortterm and longterm 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 thats not all were dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical wellbeing through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.
Why ENGIE
ENGIE North America isnt just participating in the ZeroCarbon Transition were leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable efficient and accessible to everyone.
At ENGIE our goal is to support promote and thrive on diversity equity and inclusion. We do so for the benefit of our employees customers products and services and community. ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.
We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected status.
If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.
This role is eligible for sponsorship.
The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
