Protection & Control Engineer - Relay Settings Job at Substation Engineering Company, United States

  • Substation Engineering Company
  • United States

Job Description

Substation Engineering Company (SECo) is a full-service engineering and design firm delivering high-quality solutions to electric utilities nationwide. Our expertise spans substation, switchyard, transmission, and distribution projects, supported by advanced laser scanning, 3D modeling, and digital engineering capabilities. We combine strong engineering fundamentals with efficient, forward-thinking processes to deliver safe, reliable, and constructible solutions for critical utility infrastructure.

At SECo, our culture revolves around collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, where individuals are empowered to take ownership and make an impact with our ever-evolving power utility clients.

Job Description:

Mid to Senior-level electrical engineering position focusing on the performance of both routine and complex activities and tasks related to the design of high voltage substations (15kv to 765kv).

Typical duties include (but are not limited to):

  • Provides estimating, engineering, and design analysis for new and retrofit switchyard and substation projects up to 765kV.
  • Designs and modifies relaying one-line and three-line diagrams, elementary schematics, relay panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and AC/DC auxiliary systems for substation protection & control projects.
  • Develops Bill of Materials based on design criteria.
  • Supports SCADA and RTU interfaces related to protection and control.
  • Performs engineering calculations including short-circuit, voltage drop, and circuit ampacity calculations in support of protection and control designs.
  • Provides protection engineering and relay settings development using industry-standard software such as ASPEN OneLiner, CAPE, and CYME. Typical responsibilities include:

-Review of power system models for accuracy and completeness

-Modeling of power system elements (i.e., transformer, fuses, relays, transmission, or distribution line parameter)

-Calculation of relay setpoints for various protection schemes

-Relay coordination studies

-Development of relay configuration and setting files

-Development of relay logic and protection schemes

  • Monitors budget, schedule and deliverables for assigned tasks.
  • Works in a multidisciplinary team environment, coordinating requirements with other engineering disciplines and project stakeholders.
  • Provides technical direction to junior engineers and designers.
  • Ensures quality assurance and compliance of all deliverables with applicable company, client and industry standards.

Desired Education, Experience, and Training:

  • BSEE or MSEE.
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred.
  • 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in protection and control engineering with a thorough knowledge of applicable theories, practices and accepted procedures, particularly in the area of relay settings.
  • Experience with CAPE, CYME and ASPEN software.
  • Ability to quickly develop broader knowledge through performing structured functional assignments, such as collecting and analyzing data related to specific tasks.
  • Independently works through individual projects and/or takes the lead role in broader projects.
  • Computer proficiency required as well as strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail as well as ability to meet deadlines and complete assignments.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Commitment to customer service and ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

The anticipated base salary for this position is $135,000-175,000, depending on qualifications and relevant experience. Candidates with exceptional, directly relevant expertise may be considered outside the anticipated range, subject to the scope of the role, internal equity, and compensation approval.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • Group Life Insurance/LTD/AD&D
  • Voluntary Benefit Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) Match
  • Paid Parental Bonding Leave
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement
  • FE/PE Support
  • Collaborative, Fun and Flexible workplace

Job Tags

Full time

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