Relay Protection & Control Technologist

Spark Power, a trusted partner in power in North America, is looking for a Relay Protection & Control Technologist to perform relay programming, testing and verification of protection and control devices in the field. The right candidate will have a working knowledge of protective relay controls and / or SCADA systems, we as well the ability to travel out of town for commissioning or maintenance projects. This position requires out of town travel 80% of the time.

What will you do as a Relay Protection & Control Technologist at Spark Power?

• Understand, Plan, and Utilize utility & industry standard lockout procedures.
• Read and interpret electrical AC & DC schematics, AC three-line, logic diagrams and SLDs.
• Inspect, test, operate and troubleshoot AC & DC control and protection wiring schematic.
• Perform field testing, verification, and programming of various IEDs from manufacturers such as SEL, GE Multilin, GEC Alstom, Siemens, Square D and ABB.
• Maintain or Commission Power distribution equipment including Power Transformers, Circuit Breakers, HV Switches and Instrument Transformers.
• Be familiar with industry-specific codes and Standards (AESO, AUEC, IEEE, and NETA).
• Ability and willingness to travel for out of town for commissioning or maintenance projects.
• Report, record, compute, and process electrical test information in accordance with accepted standard practices.

Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks :

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Who is Spark Power?

Spark Power is the leading independent provider of end-to-end electrical services and operations and maintenance services to the industrial, utility, and renewable asset markets in North America. We work to earn the right to be our customers’ Trusted Partner in Power. Our highly skilled and dedicated people, located in the communities we serve, combined with our knowledge of the power industry, technology expertise, and commitment to safety, ensures we deliver the right solutions that keep our customers’ operations up and running today and better equipped for tomorrow.

Spark Power welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.