High Voltage Technician III, EDP

EDP

Location:
United States, Chalmers, IN

Category:
Energy

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

The HV Technician III will provide electrical, high-voltage (HV), and substation emergency response to renewable generating facilities across the Company with a primary focus in an assigned zone. Candidate will lead maintenance and repair of HV assets in conjunction with other members of the HV Team. Candidate will also work independently under the general direction of the HV Operations Manager.

Job Responsibility:

Provide electrical, high-voltage (HV), and substation emergency response to renewable generating facilities across the Company with a primary focus in an assigned zone
Lead maintenance and repair of HV assets in conjunction with other members of the HV Team
Monitor and provide electrical, HV, and substation support to renewable generating facilities in an assigned zone
Provide 24/7 on-call support
Provide support for electrical design, engineering, testing, and construction as requested
Perform tests and repairs for switching and construction activities as requested
Support and coordinate commissioning, start-up, and initial operating activities
Manages the HV spare parts inventory of the renewable generating facilities in the zone they are responsible for
Safely perform switching and grounding of step-up transformers, feeder breakers, gang-operated switches, and other related components
Operate equipment such as bucket/line trucks, forklifts, and aerial lifts
Performs equipment inspections and testing to include documentation review and storage in the respective repository to ensure compliance with the applicable NERC standards and established company policies and procedures
Lead substation maintenance via Orders To Operate (OTOs), SAP work orders, outage planning, and other related activities
Reports problems and updates activities in the SAP CMMS as needed
Maintains inventory, inspection, and calibration of all tooling and equipment as required
Develops and implements site betterment projects, including preparation of scope documents, exhibits, budgets, schedules, and Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
Supports and coordinate electrical equipment maintenance at company facilities with LOTO and outage planning
Perform substation and transmission maintenance in accordance with NERC compliance requirements and established company policies and procedures
Work closely with site Operations Managers of the assigned region to ensure day-to-day reliability and high Technical Energy Availability based on plants' economics
Serve as the first responder for emergency and routine repairs on HV equipment including transmission lines, HV cable terminations, and splices
Provide remote HV support to the HV Operations Manager for complex troubleshooting, component testing, and proof checking
Ensures adherence to all pertinent OSHA safety requirements and established company policies and procedures
Provide detailed written reports including root cause analyses to Operations and HV Management
Trains team members and other EDPR NA field personnel to perform IR thermography, electrical equipment maintenance, and prepare them to operate collection system and substation equipment
Operate and maintain company vehicles in ready-to-respond condition

Requirements:

Associate degree in electrical engineering technology or an equivalent combination of training and experience
5+ years of relevant technical experience
experience in power generation or distribution is preferred
Electrical trade certifications (e.g., four-year line or substation apprenticeship) or an equivalent combination of training and experience
Advanced knowledge of medium- and high-voltage substation electrical equipment, collection systems, and transmission lines maintenance and operations
Experience with relay and protection fundamentals
Experience with LOTO and OTO procedures
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver's license
Experience with establishing HV field service preferred
Familiarity with the operation of capacitor banks, transformer load tap changers, and motor operated air disconnects
Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products (Preferred)
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise (Preferred)
Ability to climb turbine towers in excess of 100 meters in height to access the work area
Weight must be between 125 lbs. and 275 lbs., excluding equipment/gear worn when performing job-related tasks

Nice to have:

Experience in power generation or distribution
Experience with establishing HV field service
Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise

What we offer:

Positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making
Flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits
Development and internal mobility opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
October 01, 2025

Expiration:
October 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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High Voltage Technician III

EDP

Location:United States, Chalmers, IN

Category:Energy

Contract Type:Employment contract