Electrical Engineer III (Maintenance), Operations Engineering
Location: Chicago, IL
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. We develop. We build. We own. We operate. We are Invenergy.
This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.
Job Description
Position Overview
As an Operations Electrical Engineer you will be responsible for management of the Substation & BOP Electrical Maintenance program for Invenergy’s operating fleet.
Responsibilities
Manage substation and balance of plant electrical maintenance program, including NERC-required/NETA-recommended testing and inspections.
Coordinate with internal teams and external maintenance contractors all details to successfully complete routine, planned maintenance scopes.
Coordinate completion of open maintenance items, and work with regional Operations Electrical Engineers to carry out additional scope
Oversee the integration of PowerDB for managing electrical test records
Maintain relationships with existing pool of maintenance contractors. Work with Procurement team to develop new contractor relationships
Work with NERC Compliance Team/Lead to ensure maintenance program aligns with NERC requirements
Review equipment maintenance and testing reports to ensure operational safety, asset reliability and adherence to regulatory compliance standards
Review testing requirements of third-party sites and adapt internal programs to fit new customer needs
Work with Project Development team to ensure test records from new projects are turned over to operations.
Travel to sites and oversee contractor testing, and help train new engineers
Requirements
BS in Electrical Engineering or similar major
3-5+ years of work experience
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
Strong oral and written communication skills
Some travel is required (< 25 %)
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred Skills
Advanced knowledge of three-phase power systems, high voltage electrical equipment. Basic understanding of protective relaying concepts.
Practical or field experience in electrical substation testing and interpreting test results; Prior experience with various substation equipment test sets is a plus.
In depth knowledge of NESC, NERC and ANSI/IEEE standards and codes;
Experience with renewable generation systems (wind turbines, solar panels/inverters, battery storage) and associated control systems;
Strong verbal and written communications skills.
Experience with PowerDB
Base Pay
Bonus: 20% - 30%
The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.
In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.
Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.
Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
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