Primary Equipment Technician

About the role

SEL ES is looking for a Primary Equipment Technician to join its commissioning and field testing team. The role ensures the safe and reliable operation of power system equipment across the electric utility and industrial sectors, with hands-on work on high-voltage equipment and travel to customer sites.

Key responsibilities

• Commission and test power equipment such as breakers, transformers, switches, CTs and PTs.
• Operate test equipment such as Doble, Megger, Vanguard and Omicron systems for validation, diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Perform functional and operational testing on high-voltage apparatus.
• Verify wiring to ensure proper installation and system integrity.
• Work with customers, engineers and internal teams to deliver successful projects.
• Document test data and support equipment integration.
• Travel to customer sites, up to 80% of the time.

Required profile

• 3 to 10 years of experience in apparatus testing or commissioning.
• Ability to read and interpret one-lines, three-lines, wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Hands-on experience with equipment rated from 480V up to 765kV.
• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field.
• OSHA, NETA or NICET certification, or working toward one.
• Able to work outdoors in varying climates, lift up to 50 lbs, work at heights with lifts or ladders, and stand, walk, bend, climb and squat.

Required skills

• High-voltage apparatus testing and commissioning
• Reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Knowledge of Doble, Megger, Vanguard and Omicron test systems

What we offer

• Pay range of $100,000 to $160,000 per year, depending on experience and level.
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• Retirement benefits including an employer-funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401(k).
• 10 paid holidays, vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days and paid family and medical leave covering 90% of pay.
• Tuition assistance, STEM courses, apprenticeships and engineering development programs.