Talen Energy

Substation – Transformers and Distribution Systems (Associate; Specialist; Senior)

LocationUnited States
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

Talen Energy is soliciting candidates interested in filling the position of Substation (Associate; Specialist; Senior) at the Cumulus Campus located near Berwick, Pennsylvania. We are currently hiring for all 3 levels. Position level and pay will be determined by experience.

The Cumulus Campus is located less than 30 miles from Wilkes-Barre, which is at the western edge of the picturesque Pocono Mountains vacation region, we are conveniently located near the main interstates which connect all the major East Coast cities.

Under general direction, On-shift substation team will be responsible for the 24x7 operations and troubleshooting activities associated with large power transformers and switchyard equipment at the Cumulus Campus. A qualified candidate will monitor, oversee and control the safe and reliable operations of the power systems. They will also provide switching, tagging, and direction to other employees to support, maintenance and distribution of high quality, timely and cost-effective power to the customers.


How You’ll Power the Future

At Talen Energy, your work fuels progress. In this role, you’ll do more than contribute you’ll drive meaningful change by:

Provide technical expertise to operate the local on-site power system including the 500, 230, 69, 34.5 and 12kV distribution system.
Develop and implement trending and monitoring plans for assigned systems/components to ensure safe reliable equipment performance.
Provide technical expertise and consultation to identify and resolve emergent and persistent issues
Develop and implement procedures to maintain, troubleshoot, investigate, evaluate, and repair the on-site power system including the substations, transformers, transmission lines, underground duct-banks, and equipment.
Provide on-shift 24x7 system monitoring, troubleshooting and field switching on any of the Cumulus Campus Substations.
Directly interface with other workgroups (i.e. Substation Management, Customer and Campus Leadership) regarding system issues, improvement initiatives, and repair strategies.
Interface with the nuclear plant operations teams to coordinate planned and emergency outages and restoration activities.
Build relationships that will facilitate knowledge transfer, cross functional knowledge of related work groups, and ability to present work products effectively.
Assists in a variety of topics including developing procedures, improved design recommendations or new or better equipment purchase recommendations.


What you have:


Minimum Requirements


ASSOCIATE:

2 year Technical Associates Degree (in lieu of experience)
Ability to obtain a NERC Reliability Coordinator Certification within 6 months of employment
Ability to obtain a PJM Transmission & Generation Operator Certification within 6 months of employment


SPECIALIST:

A minimum of 2 years of Transmission Operations, Distribution Operations or Substation Operations.
Ability to obtain a NERC Reliability Coordinator Certification within 3 months of employment
Ability to obtain a PJM Transmission & Generation Operator Certification within 3 months of employment


SENIOR:

A minimum of 5 years of Transmission Operations, Distribution Operations or Substation Operations.
Currently possess/or Ability to obtain within 3 months a NERC Reliability Coordinator Certification
Currently possess/or Ability to obtain within 3 months a PJM Transmission & Generation Operator Certification


Preferred Qualifications

NERC Reliability Coordinator or Transmission Operator Certification.
PJM Transmission & Generation Certificate.
Working knowledge of transformer operation, testing and maintenance practices
Relay settings, testing, commissioning experience
Field experience with maintenance of substation or transmission equipment
Familiar with electrical design requirements for Nuclear Power plants is desired


Why Talen Energy?


Power the Future

Talen Energy is one of the largest competitive energy and power generation companies in North America. We operate power plants that use diverse fuel sources in the most attractive wholesale power markets and sell energy to wholesale and retail customers in selected competitive markets. Our passion for excellence grows value through safe and efficient operations. We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace, and a strong commitment to innovation, teamwork, and integrity. We generate energy for a brighter tomorrow.


Collaboration

Our passion for excellence grows value through safe and efficient operations. We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace.

Talen Energy offers an exceptional benefits program to its employees. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, vision, prescription plans, life insurance, and disability insurance. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in Talen Energy’s 401(k) plan. Talen Energy also provides competitive vacation and sick time to its employees.

Talen Energy is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, disability, perceived disability or any other protected characteristic as may be defined by applicable law.

If you need assistance with the application process, please email us at


Talenenergyrecruitment@talenenergy.com


#LI-EF1


#Electrical #Operator #HighVoltage

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