Electrical Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Travel is 25%

• This position will be responsible for executing Protection and Control Engineering and Consulting services in Transmission, Distribution and Industrial markets in the US and Canada.
• Reporting through the Grid Automation North America Protection and Control Engineering manager, the Lead Protection and Control Engineer will be part of the regional Projects and Services execution team.
• Activities will include designing, programming, testing, and commissioning protection and control related applications for power system design and substation automation projects.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and delivery of complex protection solutions for generation, transmission, distribution systems for electrical utilities and industrial clients.
• Participate in the design and development of microgrid solutions including power flow optimization and dispatching algorithms.
• Perform engineering studies and analyses such as short circuit, load flow, ground grid design, Lightening protection studies, Insulation coordination, arc-flash studies, protective device coordination, etc.
• Create relay setting files to include programming of Protection and Control Elements, Control Logic and Communications settings for Client and third-party protective relays.
• Test customized Protection and Control solutions both in house and at customer installations
• Ability to model and conduct power system simulations using RTDS simulator or equivalent
• Provide factory acceptance test plans and testing services to validate protection designs for customer witnessing
• Site acceptance test planning and field support up to and including commissioning of new applications
• Assist software tool development to automate the engineering process internally and externally with key utility partners
• Participate in project meetings with project managers and customers on technical discussions

Position Summary:

• The Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and tests electrical systems and components to ensure functionality and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in designing and developing electrical systems and components.
• Conduct testing and troubleshooting of electrical equipment and systems.
• Document technical activities and prepare detailed reports.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure project specifications and timelines are met.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Entry-level experience or internship in electrical engineering preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in electrical design software and tools.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, circuits, and safety protocols.

Must Have

• B.S or higher degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering specialized in power system.
• Seven (7) years of experience in design, study, and analysis of electric power systems.
• Knowledge of power system steady and transient analysis, fault study and protection theory. Familiar with symmetrical components.
• Working experience with study software and power system tools such as Mathcad, MATLAB, ASPEN, CAPE, SKM, CDEGS, WinIGS, or Etap
• Working knowledge on substation communication protocols such as IEC 61850, DNP, Modbus
• Knowledge or field experience with system commissioning and testing including Doble / Omicron test equipment or similar
• Ethical and professional business manner in interaction with team members and customers.
• Technical skills to execute projects, identify opportunities, and write SOW proposals.
• Estimate engineering efforts for customer proposals and projects.
• Proficient in technical report writing, MS Word and Excel
• Strong communication skills including technical writing and presentations.
• Strong learning skills, demonstrated team player and Customer focused.