Associate Electrical Engineer - Power System Protection

Associate Electrical Engineer - Power System Protection Location: Houston, TX, US; Overland Park, KS, US; Bloomington, MN, US; Phoenix, AZ, US; Cary, NC, US; Dallas, TX, US; Tualatin, OR, US; Ann Arbor, MI, US; Greenwood Village, CO, US; Orlando, FL, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Why Black and Veatch Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent to humanity’s biggest challenges. We offer competitive compensation, 401K match and benefits that start day one. The Opportunity We are seeking a Power System Protection Engineer with 1-4 years of experience to join our Protective Relay Settings team. The ideal candidate has a good understanding of Protection & Control (P&C) design concepts, familiarity with relay settings calculations/setting file development, relay manufacturer software platforms, and power system analysis & modeling software. In this role, you may have the opportunity to: Develop protective setpoints per industry standards, best practices and client requirements. Work with system modeling software programs (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM). Develop downloadable setpoint files on multiple proprietary relay manufacturer software platforms (SEL AcSELerator Quickset, GE Enervista, etc.). Develop and manipulate logic commonly utilized in protection and control schemes. Multiple locations available. Please refer to job posting header for full list of eligible locations. Key Responsibilities Continues to learn and remains current on departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and B&V policies and procedures. Applies to assigned tasks as appropriate. Continues developing and can independently apply knowledge. Complies with B&V quality program relative to assigned tasks. Supports continuous improvement and change management efforts. Prepares a variety of increasingly complex engineering deliverables. Performs research and develops recommendations for equipment and/or materials selection. Collects, assimilates, and manages data for engineering work. Prepares increasingly complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles. Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements. May recognize, define and resolve problems within assigned area. May provide direction and guidance to others. Assigns tasks to develop entry level professionals and interns. Coordinates with project leadership and other internal/external team members on less complex projects. Interacts as needed with other disciplines on details of design work. Works to understand external client's interest and drivers through regular interaction and communication. Also focuses on needs of internal clients and project leadership. May provide support to business development or pursuit activities. Shares current knowledge of latest technology and processes. As skills develop, may assist with performance management process, recognition, and any corrective actions required. Actively mentors entry level professionals and interns. Preferred Qualifications 1-4 years of experience in Transmission industry. Understanding of basic Protection & Control design concepts including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring, etc. 1 year of experience in development of protective relay settings (line, transformer, breaker, bus, etc.). Familiarity with commonly utilized system modeling software programs (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM, etc.). Knowledge of the predominant protection schemes and philosophies which are encountered in Transmission, Distribution and Renewable Collector Substations. Familiarity with Mathcad and Excel software for protective setting calculations. Familiarity with commonly utilized communication protocols (DNP, SEL, MMS, Modbus, etc.). Knowledge of IEC 61850 (GOOSE, MMS, SV) and its implementation. Familiarity with commonly deployed protective relays in substation environments (microprocessor, electronic, and electromechanical). Familiarity with NERC-PRC standards and other commonly utilized industry standards. Ability to develop protective setpoints per industry standards, best practices, and client requirements. Ability to independently develop downloadable setpoint files on multiple proprietary relay manufacturer software platforms. (SEL AcSELerator Quickset, GE Enervista, et cetera.) Ability to develop and manipulate logic commonly utilized in protection and control schemes. Ability to independently develop written communication and to facilitate coordination with team members and clients. Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing. Minimum of 1 year related work experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. Work Environment/Physical Demands Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. Compensation Transparency State of Colorado: 91,047-152,053 State of Minnesota: 86,909-145,142 Salary Plan Job Grade 015 Notice to External Search Firms Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. 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