Protection & Control Substation Engineer
PEAK Technical Staffing USA
Protection & Control Substation Engineer
We are seeking a Protection & Control Substation Engineer responsible for designing and implementing protection schemes, coordinating technical projects, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing guidance to less experienced team members. The position is primarily office-based but may occasionally require fieldwork.
Responsibilities:
- Design cost-effective protection schemes and develop schematic drawings.
- Execute complex assignments using advanced electrical engineering techniques.
- Develop design basis documentation for protective settings and generate relay configuration files.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineers, designers, and field personnel.
- Schedule and coordinate activities related to purchasing, drafting, and construction of protection components.
- Create, review, and manage project deliverables including design packages and vendor equipment drawings.
- Facilitate client communication and project meetings to ensure alignment and satisfaction.
- Support field activities including site assessments and data collection.
- Provide consulting services on system protective device coordination and automation.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, engineering codes, and applicable regulations.
- Demonstrate strong analytical and critical thinking skills to solve technical problems.
- Promote collaboration, team cohesion, and attention to detail in all project phases.
- Train, guide, and mentor less experienced team members.
Qualifications:
- 8 years of experience in engineering control & protection systems, relay & surge protection, and relay settings for transmission and/or distribution systems.
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
- PE Electrical and Computer: Power Certification required.
- Strong leadership and communication skills with an emphasis on collaboration.
- Experience with designing calculations including short circuit calculation and relay loadability calculation.
- Proficiency in engineering design software such as AutoCAD, WinIGS, ASPEN, CAPE, etc.
- Development experience with native relay setting files using SEL's AcSELerator and Client's Enervista software.
- Ability to perform Grounding, Arc Flash, and other power system studies.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and PDF software.
- Strong focus on collaboration and meticulous attention to detail.
Benefits PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.
Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
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