Job Information
Oncor Electric Delivery Co. LLC Technical Specialist I thru III - Relay and SCADA Support in Fort Worth, Texas
Description
Salary Range: $87,182-$145,509 (depending on experience level)
Relocation: No
About Us
Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor (together with its subsidiaries) operates the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, delivering power to nearly 4 million homes and businesses and operating more than 143,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas.
Position Summary
As a Technical Specialist - Relay and SCADA Support at Oncor, you’ll be a part of our Transmission System Protection group providing in-house support to Transmission Operations, namely P&C (Protection & Control) Engineering Specialist, and System Protection personnel. This role includes establishing and maintaining effective relay protection policies, developing and reviewing procedures, providing training, and promoting work practices that encourage safe and reliable operation of the electrical system. Additionally, this role will support initiatives related to the internal and external communication of devices within the substation.
We are considering applicants with multiple experience levels and skills. Please see below for minimum experience requirements for each level.
Key Responsibilities :
Develop well-documented standard designs and configurations associated with the communication of substation IEDs (Intelligent Electronic Devices) and network equipment. Including but not limited to: SCADA, synchrophasor, remote access, automatic data retrieval, and protective equipment communications.
Provides in-house protection and control related “service engineer” support for field technicians, including the installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of protective relaying equipment, relaying schemes, and Digital Fault Recorder (DFR) equipment. Support includes field visits as necessary
Demonstrated ability to understand and execute the installation, testing, checkout and trouble-shooting of relay control schemes, including writing and providing input into the design of advanced procedures and standards
Analyze and manage the installation and operation of connected devices and applicable head-end systems.
Works closely with vendors/manufacturers and company engineering groups in researching, developing, and implementing new technology, both hardware and software.
Aggressively pursue knowledge and education regarding current and future remote communication technologies and protocols.
Develop and facilitate training of the Protection & Control (P&C) Engineering Specialist on communication used by substation Intelligent Electronic Device (IEDs) and network equipment, to help ensure that field personnel acquire and maintain adequate expertise to carry out their duties.
Develop procedures, technical manuals, and design documents to ensure that Engineering, System Protection, IT and Operations personnel have clear understanding of the application, installations, and operation of substation communications under System Protection’s purview.
Evaluate new developments and improvements to ensure that installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair processes/procedures are consistent with the most recent communication requirements.
Provide in-house support to Transmission P&C Engineering Specialists, Transmission Operations, Engineering, System Protection, Telecom, and IT personnel to ensure Oncor remains compliant with NERC CIP standards.
Assists in the development of P&C Engineering Specialist trainings, held once yearly for all P&C and twice a year for new P&Cs, as well as on-demand training development.
Supports Cyber Security and NERC CIP compliance, specific to the substation, by providing technical input into internal procedure development, execution, and documentation as needed.
Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements.
Skills :
Strong communication skills, including technical writing and oral communication.
Demonstrated ability to complete tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to understand and execute the installation, testing, checkout and trouble-shooting of a substation control house, including writing and providing input into the design of advanced procedures for the Relay and Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) communication.
Demonstrated history of technical decision making and review of relay scheme procedures for corrective action prior to execution.
Ability to work independently, as a team member, and as a team leader.
Must be flexible, have organizational skills, and multi-task skills to handle diverse types of work.
Must effectively work across disciplines and functions to achieve common goals and company business purposes.
Excellent communication and team-building skills for effective relationships with internal and external customers.
Familiarity with Logical Programming codes such as IEC 61131-3, Boolean, Oracle, SQL, XML and/or Python.
Familiarity with the design and architecture of IP networks, RF, and/or fiber networks.
Familiarity with network analysis, IP addressing, hardware selection, and implementation planning.
Familiarity with protocols such as DNP, IEC 61850 and Modbus.
Familiarity with a variety of SEL products such as but not limited to the SEL-RTAC, SEL- 3620, SEL-relays and SEL-2032.
Familiarity with listed NERC CIP standards.
Education & Experience :
Minimum:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent AND 8+ years of related experience, OR other relevant equivalent experience. Related experience may include experience in the construction, design, maintenance and/or operation of transmission and substation facilities.
Will consider applicants with Bachelor’s degree in electrical technology, or similar field, AND 2+ years related experience OR Associate’s degree in an electrical technology field, or similar field, AND 4+ years related experience.
For Technical Specialist II:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent AND 10+ years of related experience, OR other relevant equivalent experience. Related experience may include experience in the construction, design, maintenance and/or operation of transmission and substation facilities.
Will consider applicants with Bachelor’s degree in electrical technology, or similar field, AND 4+ years related experience OR Associate’s degree in an electrical technology field, or similar field, AND 6+ years related experience.
For Technical Specialist III:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent AND 12+ years of related experience, OR other relevant equivalent experience. Related experience may include experience in the construction, design, maintenance and/or operation of transmission and substation facilities.
Will consider applicants with Bachelor’s degree in electrical technology, or similar field, AND 6+ years related experience OR Associate’s degree in an electrical technology field, or similar field, AND 8+ years related experience.
Travel :
- up to 25%
Benefits
At Oncor, we offer a comprehensive set of benefits, compensation and performance management programs designed specifically to attract, retain, motivate and reward our high-performing workforce. Our supportive and inclusive culture allows every team member the opportunity to thrive and make a difference. We invest in our employee’s success and well-being by offering such things as:
Annual incentive program.
Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,000 in 2025) and other wellbeing resources.
401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
401k match with student debt program.
Cash balance pension plan.
Adoption Assistance.
Mental health resources.
Employee resource groups.
Tuition reimbursement.
Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.
Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan.
Participation in benefit programs for employees in collective bargaining units is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)