Protection & Controls Technician

Job Description:

Install, commission, test, and maintain protective relays, powerline carrier equipment, digital fault recorders (DFRs), remote terminal units (RTUs), and communication processors. Perform functional testing on protection and control circuitry for transmission lines, transformers, circuit breakers, feeders, and other equipment. Involve RTU and telecom upgrades for various clients. Company vehicle and overtime provided.

Responsibilities:

Install, test, and maintain protective relays, powerline carrier equipment, DFRs, RTUs, and communication processors.Perform functional testing for protection and control circuits for transmission lines, transformers, circuit breakers, and other equipment.Conduct RTU and telecom upgrades.Work with SEL microprocessor relays (311C, 311L, 421, 487B, 587, 787, etc.) and GE microprocessor relays (C30, D60, F35, etc.).Work with RTUs and communication processors such as GE, Telvent, SEL, and Novatech.Review and submit test reports for client and regulatory purposes.Interpret electrical diagrams (one-line, three-line, schematic).

Essential Skills:

Minimum 3 years of experience with relay testing, installation, and maintenance.Experience with powerline carrier equipment (circuit breakers, transformers, reactors).Familiarity with SEL and GE microprocessor relays.Ability to interpret electrical diagrams and identify discrepancies.

Additional Skills:

Experience with GE, Telvent, SEL, and Novatech RTUs and communication processors.Strong documentation skills for client reporting and regulatory compliance.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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