HVDC Operator

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·  Sayreville, New Jersey
·  Customer Services
·  248583
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Job Description

Organization: Smart Infrastructure
Business Unit: Service Power Transmission
Requisition Number: 248583
Primary Location: United States-New Jersey-Sayreville
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Experience Level: Mid level
Education Required Level: High School Diploma / (GED)
Travel Required: 20%

Job Description:

HVDC Operator - Sayreville, NJ

Position Overview:

Siemens Industry Inc. Gas & Power Service Power Transmission group has an opening for a station Operator in Sayreville, NJ. The incumbent will be responsible for monitoring, controlling and coordinating the operation and reliability of the Neptune Regional Transmission System (NRTS) and the Hudson Transmission Project (HTP) in accordance with the PJM agreement and NERC Standards. The Neptune station provides up to 660 MW of power to Long Island electricity consumers – enough for 600,000 homes – and supplies more than 20% of Long Island's typical electricity demand. The Hudson station provides increased reliability by providing an additional source of power for New York City. The incumbent will be required to follow all Siemens Safety Rules and procedures as the Operator, exercise proper judgment and have a broad knowledge of Bulk Electric System principles and practices. The primary responsibility is to monitor the status of the converter stations in accordance with the Common Operating Instructions; take real time actions including primary load shedding to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System.

Responsibilities:

·  Monitors power system equipment, ensuring proper operation within capability of equipment. Initiates corrective action, as required to achieve or maintain these limitations.
·  Take real-time actions to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System when operating the Facility.
·  Updates and maintains records necessary for the daily and monthly reports. This includes being familiar with the maintenance management program (iMaint) and entering data as required into the system in the form updating work requests or work orders.
·  Maintains a log of all pertinent Operating information.
·  Be familiar with Human Machine Interface computers and can trend & analyze data; assist in troubleshooting alarms that occur on the System Event Recorder.
·  Promote safety through training, inspections, meetings, and safety contact reports.
·  Document system performance and operating conditions by maintaining a complete and accurate daily log of events.
·  Take direction from site leadership regarding coordinating operations and maintenance activities.
·  Be available to respond to emergencies as defined in the Neptune RTS/HTP agreement.

Requirements:

·  High School Diploma/GED required/associate degree in an engineering field preferred
·  Minimum of 3 years of experience as an operator
·  Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts.
·  NERC/PJM certification required within six months of hire and you must complete mandatory PJM/NERC yearly training requirements and Continuing Education Hours.
·  Must be able to travel to the Sayreville, NJ location for 4 days per week, 10 hours per day for 3 months within the first 6 months of employment for training purposes
·  You should have the ability tomonitor data on a computer screen for 12 hour rotating shifts
·  You must be able to work nights and weekends on a rotating schedule and work in a facility alone
·  You shall possess the ability to communicate effectively in English, written or verbal; exercise independent action, judgment and risk management; act decisively; and interact effectively with PJM, NYISO, PSE&G, ConEd, LIPA and First Energy.
·  Possess basic technical knowledge of Electric Power Systems.
·  You must be able to demonstrate inquisitiveness, decisiveness, positive attitude and teamwork.
·  Must be available to respond for emergency and relief assignments.
·  Must foster an inclusive work environment and respects all aspects of diversity.
·  Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment.

Siemens Smart Infrastructure (SI) is shaping the market for intelligent, adaptive infrastructure for today and the future. It addresses the pressing challenges of urbanization and climate change by connecting energy systems, buildings and industries. SI provides customers with a comprehensive end-to-end portfolio from a single source – with products, systems, solutions and services from the point of power generation all the way to consumption. With an increasingly digitalized ecosystem, it helps customers thrive and communities progress while contributing toward protecting the planet. SI creates environments that care. Siemens Smart Infrastructure has its global headquarters in Zug, Switzerland, and has around 71,000 employees worldwide.

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