High Voltage (HV) Electrical Technician

The APEX Power Co. Project in Hubbard, TX, currently under Phase 1 construction, is expected to expand to 1.6 GW. The project features Siemens SGT-800/400 turbines, MAN/Everllence 18V51/60G reciprocating engines, GE LM6000/LM2500 turbines, Pratt & Whitney FT8 turbines, and a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). Future expansion may include additional GE aero and large frame units (6B, 7FA/7FB/7H) in simple or combined cycle configurations, supporting flexible generation and data center grid reliability.

Opportunity Summary

The High Voltage (HV) Electrical Technician supports the safe and reliable operation of medium- and high-voltage systems at the APEX Power Co. Project. This role performs specialized testing, commissioning, switching, maintenance, troubleshooting, and analysis across generation, distribution, substation, auxiliary, and BESS systems, while supporting startups, outages, and system improvements.

As HV Electrical Technician, your responsibilities specific to the Pre-Commissioning Phase include the following functions:

• Participate in plant and electrical system orientation covering medium- and high-voltage distribution, switchgear, transformers, generators, motors, cables, substations, protective relaying, grounding systems, auxiliary equipment, and BESS.
• Conduct or assist with acceptance testing and commissioning of switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, generators, motors, cables, protective relays, CTs/PTs, grounding systems, and associated electrical equipment.
• Assist with electrical testing, HV switching and energization, protective system verification, system startups, and troubleshooting of generation, distribution, auxiliary, and BESS equipment.
• Document and analyze test results and equipment deficiencies, recommend corrective actions, and work with commissioning teams, contractors, vendors, and OEMs while following established electrical safety, clearance, and grounding practices.

Your scope of responsibility as HV Electrical Technician includes the following primary functions:

• Inspect, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HV/MV systems supporting generation, substations, switchyards, auxiliary equipment, and BESS, including switchgear, breakers, transformers, generators, motors, cables, and grounding.
• Carry out preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on 345 kV, 34.5 kV, 13.8 kV, and 4160-volt electrical systems and associated protection and control equipment.
• Execute electrical switching, equipment isolation, absence-of-voltage verification, protective grounding, clearances, energization, and restoration in accordance with approved procedures.
• Troubleshoot and verify protective relays, CTs/PTs, breaker trip and close circuits, electrical interlocks, control circuits, and associated protection logic.
• Conduct specialized electrical testing and condition assessments, including insulation resistance, polarization index, power factor, contact resistance, breaker timing, TTR, Hi-Pot, transformer testing, and other diagnostics.
• Analyze test results, diagnose electrical faults, evaluate equipment condition, support root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions to improve system reliability and performance.
• Ensure electrical testing, diagnostic, and grounding equipment is properly maintained, calibrated, and ready for use.
• Complete electrical installations and approved system modifications in accordance with engineering specifications, applicable electrical codes and standards, safety requirements, and established procedures.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractors, utilities, vendors, and OEMs during maintenance, switching, outages, commissioning, troubleshooting, testing, system startups, and upgrades.
• Record switching activities, test results, repairs, equipment condition, maintenance activities, drawing revisions, and recommended corrective actions accurately and consistently.
• Apply high-voltage safe work practices, including LOTO, electrical isolation, grounding, arc-flash and shock protection, voltage verification, and appropriate PPE, while supporting other plant maintenance and engineering activities as required.

Complete additional specialist tasks and projects supporting plant operations, maintenance, and engineering as needed.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees must also adhere to all safety warnings and posted signs while on company property. Additionally, they are required to follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Adherence to these safety responsibilities is one of the key factors in the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Working Relationships

The HV Electrical Technician reports directly to the IC&E Supervisor, with dotted-line reporting to the Shift Supervisor while on shift, and receives general direction from plant management. The position works closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractors, vendors, and OEM personnel.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.

Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.

Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.

Fitness for Duty

All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.

Work Schedule

The HV Electrical Technician may work either a day-shift schedule or a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, alternating between days and nights. This position will require extended hours, flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed to support plant operations and business needs and may also require callout availability. Depending on the position, on-call status may or may not apply.

Compensation

This position offers a base pay rate ranging from $54.25 to $63.91 per hour, along with eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

Qualifications and Technical Requirements

• Associate degree in electrical, power, industrial technology, or a related technical field preferred. Equivalent electrical training, apprenticeship, or relevant industry or military experience may be considered.
• NETA Level II, III, or IV certification preferred, along with OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E, or equivalent electrical safety training or certification.
• Substantial hands-on HV/MV electrical experience in power generation facilities, substations, utility operations, industrial plants, or similar environments, including switchgear, breakers, transformers, generators, grounding, and protection and control systems.
• Practical experience with high-voltage switching, electrical isolation, voltage verification, protective grounding, clearances, energization, and restoration procedures.
• Working knowledge of protective relays, SCADA, and electrical protection systems, including CTs/PTs, breaker control circuits, interlocks, control schemes, and protection logic.
• Proficiency with HV/MV electrical testing and diagnostic methods, including insulation resistance, polarization index, contact resistance, breaker timing, transformer testing, and related test equipment.
• Advanced ability to interpret electrical one-lines, schematics, wiring and protection diagrams, equipment drawings, switching procedures, and other technical documentation.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical safe work practices, including LOTO, grounding, arc-flash and shock hazards, approach boundaries, voltage verification, and appropriate PPE.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, including familiarity with power system analysis and the ability to evaluate electrical faults, test results, equipment condition, system performance, and protection issues.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills with the ability to coordinate technical activities with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractors, utilities, vendors, and OEMs.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

About NAES

NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We serve clients across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors throughout North America and internationally, supporting the full life cycle of power generation and other industrial facilities.

NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, USERRA-protected status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.