High Voltage Electrical Control Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job description:

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TheOwner's Representative - High Voltage Electrical Inspectoris responsible for ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of electrical installations during wind farm construction. The inspector represents the Owner in the field and verifies that all electrical work associated withhigh-voltage systems, collector substations, underground/overhead collection systems, DC systems, and junction boxesis installed in accordance with project specifications, engineering drawings, industry standards, and applicable codes.

This role requires extensive field presence during construction to monitor contractor performance, ensure proper installation practices, and document compliance with project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Inspection

• Perform field inspections ofhigh-voltage electrical installationsfor wind energy projects.
• Inspect installation and construction activities related to:
• Collector substations
• Underground and overhead collection systems
• High-voltage cabling and terminations
• DC control systems
• Junction boxes and control cabinets
• Grounding systems
• Fiber and communication conduits
• Verify installations comply with:
• ApprovedIssued for Construction (IFC) drawings
• Project specifications
• Manufacturer requirements
• ApplicableNEC, NESC, IEEE, and local codes

Construction Monitoring

• Monitor EPC contractor and subcontractor electrical activities.
• Ensure proper installation of:
• Cable routing and trenching
• Conduit systems
• Terminations and splicing
• Junction boxes and control wiring
• Substation equipment including breakers, transformers, and switchgear.
• Verify correctlabeling, tagging, and cable identification.

Quality Assurance / Quality Control

• Review contractorInspection Test Plans (ITPs).
• Witness and document key tests such as:
• Cable insulation resistance testing
• Continuity testing
• Ground resistance testing
• DC control system verification
• Functional checks of electrical equipment
• Maintain detailed inspection reports and punch lists.

Documentation & Reporting

• Preparedaily inspection reportswith photos and observations.
• Documentnon-conformances and deficiencies.
• Track corrective actions until closure.
• Assist withas-built documentation review.

Coordination

• Coordinate with:
• Owner's Project Manager
• Construction Manager
• EPC Contractor
• Electrical engineers
• Commissioning teams
• Participate in construction meetings and safety briefings.

Safety Oversight

• Ensure electrical work complies with project safety standards.
• Promote adherence tolockout/tagout (LOTO)procedures and electrical safety practices.
• Support site safety initiatives and report hazards.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ yearsof electrical construction experience, preferably inutility-scale wind or renewable energy projects.
• Strong experience withhigh-voltage systems (34.5kV - 230kV typical).
• Demonstrated experience inspecting:
• Substations
• Underground collection systems
• DC systems
• Junction boxes and control wiring
• Working knowledge of:
• NEC
• NESC
• IEEE standards
• Utility construction standards.
• Ability to interpret:
• Electrical one-lines
• Schematics
• Construction drawings
• Cable schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working asOwner's Rep or Third-Party Inspectoron renewable projects.
• NICET Electrical Power Testingor similar certification.
• Substation construction experience.
• Experience withSCADA, protection and control systems.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Skills

• Strong field inspection and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent documentation and reporting ability
• Detail-oriented with strong quality focus
• Strong communication and contractor coordination skills
• Proficient in construction documentation systems and Microsoft Office.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to workfull-time on active construction sites.
• Ability to walk long distances across wind farm sites.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Successful candidate may be located locally or may work on a 6-7 week rotation schedule

Ethos Distributed Solutions, Inc is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. Employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Construction site
• Office
• Outdoor work

Application Question(s):

• Name the highest voltage substation you have worked on or inspected during construction or commissioning, the voltage class, and your specific role on the project.

Experience:

• Substations: 3 years (Required)
• High voltage: 2 years (Required)
• Wind : 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road