Electrical Technician/Electrician

Princeton University • Princeton, NJ • 1d ago

Department Engineering & Campus Energy Category Building Trades and Technicians Job Type Full-Time Overview The Electrical Engineering Technician/Electrician is a member of the Electrical Engineering (EE) Group, a key component of the University Facilities Engineering and Campus Energy Department, and reports to the Director, Electrical Engineering (EE) Group. The EE Group is responsible for the design, operation, and maintenance of the University medium voltage electrical distribution infrastructure to insure a reliable and efficient electrical power supply to campus facilities.The Electrical Engineer Technician/Electrician (technician) will be involved in all aspects of electrical systems on campus from high-voltage 69 kV substation equipment to low-voltage 24 Vdc plant control systems. The technician will be responsible for wiring up various field devices such as meters or relays. The technician will assist in planning, notification and implementation of electrical power shutdowns. They will conduct surveys on medium and low voltage distribution. In addition to project work, this position requires extensive field work to inspect/review large construction project activities, troubleshoot electrical equipment issues, manage equipment maintenance and repairs, and safely perform switching on high and low voltage equipment during routine and emergency operations.This position must embody the core values essential to the Facilities Organization: teamwork, innovation, integrity, inclusiveness, respect, and sustainability. The Electrical Project Engineer collaborates with administrative leadership within Facilities to support the Campus.This is a benefits eligible five year term position. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL Duties and Responsibilities:Engineering Support- Assist and/or advise design engineer on specially engineered electrical distribution equipment and/or installations.- Utilize NEC, UL, NEMA, ANSI, and IEEE Standards as related to commercial and industrial power systems.- Provide assistance, as needed, with state and local authorities for plan approvals, electrical permits and inspections.- Provide technical assistance on University electrical issues, especially to the Utility Plant, Maintenance, and Construction Departments.Testing and Inspection Support- Perform electrical field observations for new construction and major renovations including coordination of new main campus electric service testing and start-up, perform high voltage testing and switching operations.- Understand and apply safe electrical and other construction work practices. Responsible for assisting engineers in reviewing electrical testing procedures and received results.High and Medium Voltage Monitoring and Maintenance- Coordinate preventative maintenance electrical outage work with building occupants, shops, and contractors.- Troubleshoot campus electrical problems which can include power cable and distribution equipment failures, circuit breaker and protective relay trips, and equipment problems in high/medium/low voltage substations and cogeneration plant.- Field evaluate, recommend, and implement solutions; manage electrical equipment emergency repairs and power restoration plans including nights and weekends.- Collaborate with the EE Group and be responsible for handling power emergencies when the Director of the EE Group is not available; utilize campus SCADA and metering software for energy usage reporting. Qualifications Essential Requirements- Three (3) years minimum field experience with utility, industrial power plant operations, or military in the electrical field.- Ability to read and understand electrical drawing including a single line and wiring diagrams.- Position is essential as defined by Human Resources and Facilities policies.- Able to access all electrical equipment in campus substations and

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