System Protection & Control Specialist (Varies)

Title: System Protection & Control Specialist (Varies) 

Company: Tampa Electric Company 

State and City: Florida - Tampa

Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work in many different environments such as, industrial power plant, energized high voltage substations, computerized control rooms, relay lab, mobile van for relay testing, hot, humid, wet and/or cold climates to access system components. 

• Must be able to work extended hours, nights and/or weekends regularly to respond, troubleshoot and repair protective system components or control systems when system disturbances occur.  Provide on-call support as needed.


• Must be able to work in a high-stress environment when troubleshooting system disturbances and working around high voltage equipment in substations.  Must have the ability to make sound decisions that might affect the integrity or reliability of the power system.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ REQUIREMENTS

• Walking, bending, and driving are part of the daily routine.


• Moving and setting up test equipment 50-60 lbs., meters, timing equipment.

Level 1: System Protection and Control Specialist I

Performs basic relay testing. Identify/isolate CT, PT, and trip circuits. Perform equipment repair on LTC controllers, battery chargers, and Substation test equipment. Train in the area of DC wiring check out and assist in troubleshooting system problems or other assignments from low to moderate complexity with supervision and/or guidance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education 

Required: Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED

Preferred: College degree in technical field from an accredited college or university 

Licenses/Certifications

Preferred: Certified Electronics Technician (CET), Substation Journeyman Electrician Certification, or similar certification

Experience

Required: Minimum of (5) years of operations experience in substation design or construction. College degree will be considered in lieu of the comparable related experience according to the company’s guidelines. Certifications will be considered individually for experience equivalence.

Preferred: Substation Journeyman Electrician Experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required: Must have the ability to read and follow instruction manuals to test and troubleshoot equipment; the ability to read and interpret electrical and electronic diagrams and a good background in electrical and math theory (algebra and trigonometry); Must be mechanically inclined; Computer skills are required to work with the relay test equipment.

Preferred: Advanced computer and problem-solving skills are preferred for this position.

An opportunity for advancement to a higher level in the job progression is based on value added to the Company through increased duties, responsibilities, and accomplishments.  Advancement is not automatic, (i.e. based solely on time in the job) but will be based on the employee’s performance, qualifications, and the business and/or technical needs of the department.

Level 2: System Protection and Control Specialist II

Performs technical assignments from moderate to high complexity with limited oversight; Exercises independent decision making on most areas of work, referring most complex work to higher level Specialist/Supervisor.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

1. Performs Duties and Responsibilities of previous level


2. Test the more complex NERC / non-NERC Transmission, Distribution and Generation protective relay schemes, analyze and document results as required, make recommendations on repairs or replacements.


3. Assist in performing NERC required DC wiring testing, commissioning, and documentation of new or modified protection schemes.


4. Mentors less experienced System Protection & Control Specialist


5. Provides technical support to Substation Operations and Energy Supply


6. Create relay test routine and NERC documentation forms


7. Performs other duties assigned by the Supervisor

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (In addition to previous level)

Experience

Required: Experience as a System Protection & Control Specialist I or equivalent work that provided the knowledge/skills/abilities as described below

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)

Required: Must have demonstrated proficiency in the System Protection & Control Specialist I skill block with the ability and potential for assuming greater responsibility and performing progressively more complex assignments.  Proficient in all relay testing and communications software; Advanced computer and problem-solving skills are required for this position.

An opportunity for advancement to a higher level in the job progression is based on value added to the Company through increased duties, responsibilities, and accomplishments.  Advancement is not automatic, (i.e. based solely on time in the job) but will be based on the employee’s performance, qualifications, and the business and/or technical needs of the department.

Level 3: System Protection and Control Specialist III (Sr)

Performs highly technical, complex assignments and works in multiple functional areas without supervisory involvement.  Exercises fully independent decision making in all areas of day-to-day work.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

1. Performs Duties and Responsibilities of previous levels


2. Test the most complex NERC / non-NERC relay protection schemes


3. Develop training material for System Protection & Control Specialists


4. Create relay test routines and NERC documentation forms


5. Complete database merge and NERC reporting requirement


6. Perform NERC / non-NERC communications scheme testing and documentation


7. Perform DC wiring testing, commissioning, and documentation of new or modified protection schemes


8. Perform event retrieval, analyze fault data, interrogate microprocessor relays


9. Provide leadership in absence of the Protection & Controls Supervisor.  Performs other duties assigned by Supervisor.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (In addition to previous levels)

Experience

Required: Experience as a System Protection & Control Specialist II or equivalent work that provided the knowledge/skills/abilities as described below. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)

Required: Must have demonstrated proficiency in the System Protection & Control Specialist I & II skill blocks and demonstrated ability to perform the described duties and responsibilities of the System Protection & Control Specialist III; Must have thorough working knowledge of 3 phase power systems; Advanced computer and problem-solving skills are a must for this position.

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TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage  *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!

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Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

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